Abigail Adams: A Life – Woody Holton I recently finished a biography of Abigail Adams by Woody Holton. While it isn’t the most comprehensive biography of our second First Lady, it is still an interesting read. Abigail was a prolific writer, which has allowed us such detail into her life 200 years after her death….
The Queen’s Bed: An Intimate History of Elizabeth’s Court – Anna Whitelock I recently finished The Queen’s Bed: An Intimate History of Elizabeth’s Court by Anna Whitelock. This particular work focuses on the women who formed the inner circle of Elizabeth I. In the 45-ish years Elizabeth ruled England, only 28 women had the honor…
Asking a bibliophile to pick a favorite book is akin to asking a parent to pick their favorite child. For me, it’s not easy. I own (and continue to buy) so many books that I haven’t reread a book since 2011. But these are my favorites. As you can see, my preferred genre is the female…
Elizabeth and Leicester: Power, Passion, and Politics – Sarah Gristwood I recently finished Elizabeth and Leicester: Power, Passion, and Politics by Sarah Gristwood. This is a double biography that focuses specifically on the relationship between Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley, eventual Earl of Leicester. It was an easy and enjoyable read. If you’re familiar with…
Sovereign Ladies: Sex, Sacrifice, and Power – The Six Reigning Queens of England – Maureen Waller Sovereign Ladies by Maureen Waller is a composite biography about the six queens regnant of England. It analyzes each woman’s life and her journey to the throne. Overall, I enjoyed it. While it was a bit lengthy, Waller covers the six…
Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns) – Mindy Kaling I recently read Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me (And Other Concerns) by Mindy Kaling. I’ve never really watched The Office, but I do enjoy The Mindy Project. My sister, Manisha, somehow introduced me to Mindy’s blog, and I love her writing and…