The Belle Of Washington: A True Story Of The Affections (1858) - Paperback

by Nancy Polk Lasselle (Author)

The Belle of Washington is a historical non-fiction book written by Nancy Polk Lasselle and published in 1858. The book tells the true story of a woman named Rose Greenhow, who was known as the ""Belle of Washington"" during the American Civil War. Rose was a beautiful and intelligent woman who used her charm and wit to gain access to powerful political figures in Washington D.C. She became a spy for the Confederacy and passed on valuable information to her contacts in the South. The book details Rose's rise to prominence in Washington society and her involvement in the Confederate spy ring. It also explores her personal life, including her relationships with men and her family. The Belle of Washington provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of espionage during the Civil War and the role that women played in it. It is a well-researched and engaging account of one woman's extraordinary life and the impact she had on history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.