Ladies of Liberty (Abridged): The Women Who Shaped Our Nation Audiobook

" Even though women have only been voting since 1920, they've been involved in and influencing politics since the founding of our nation. "Ladies of Liberty" covers the period starting with John Adams's presidency to that of his son, John Quincy Adams and focuses on the first ladies and other important women of that time. So much politics happened in the drawing rooms and at dinner parties of Washington's elite, and it was the women who made it happen. Louisa Adams (John Quincy's wife) entertained over 100 people every Tuesday evening at her political soirees! Author Cokie Roberts, who also reads the audio version, uses a lot of primary source material, namely personal letters, to paint a vivid picture of this volatile time in our history. Good stories. "

" A wonderful and engaging history of the women who were instrumental in the development of our nation...I couldn't put it down! What women! "

" Great info, difficult to read if you don't like nonfiction. "

" This is a fascinating look behind the scenes at early American political life, from the first ladies' and other prominent women's perspective. It reads like a novel, and you learn so many interesting tidbits that you won't want to put it down. You do not have to be a history buff to thoroughly enjoy this excellent book. "

" I actually like this better than the first Cokie Roberts book dedicated to these amazing women. Highly recommend reading these as they are a great refresher of American history. "

" Cokie Roberts makes history accessible. Ladies of Liberty is structurally better than Founding Mothers, but both are solid introductions to women who have been largely forgotten in the history of the United States. I'm grateful that Roberts has devoted the energy to researching and highlighting these important women. Serious students of women's history will find them lacking in depth, but Roberts books are cordial introductions to the field for the casual reader. "

" I really wish that Cokie Roberts would do more books like this. She's a great commentator and a good researcher who finds the details that make these historical figures seem human instead of larger than life. "

" Great read for history buffs. Not much has changed in the world of politics. "

" Excellent! Especially as read by Ms. Cokie Roberts herself. Aside from her occasional odd pronunciations (Saca-goo-wea, anyone?), it's a thrilling look at the post-Founding Mothers era. Highly recommended. "

" I hardly ever read non-fiction and this book was hard to put down. I learned a lot about the influential women in early American history, and the book's gossipy feel drew me in. I am looking to read other works by Cokie Roberts. "

" a great perspective on american revolutionary history "

" Excellent look at American political history through the eyes of women in developing Washington. Well-researched and presented "

" Library e-book Haven't read Founding Mothers (on waiting list) This is continuation with Abigail Adams thru John Q Adams wife, Lucille with other prominent ladies of the time period. Learn much more of American History this way than in HS! Maybe just more interested? "

" Check out my other Cokie Roberts review - same deal "

" Cokie Roberts was very informative, particularly about the women of the Adams' family. She also had lots of material about Dolly Madison and her contributions. This book was both informative and entertaining. "

" How interesting it is to look back at the women who helped to shape the politic of this country. Interesting stories about the times. "

" History of the Revolution that included some remarkable women. "

" Interesting profiles of women in American history who are seldom heard of or written about. "

" it was interesting to learn about our nation's past and the women who had some influence on its start. "

" Fantastic! A fascinating telling of early U.S. history told from a woman's point of view. I loved reading about the strong personalities and intelligent women that helped found America. "

" Great read. Not as wonderful as Founding Mothers, but well worth the time to read. "

" A great insight to the women who helped shape our nation! Cokie really did some intensive research. My favorite first lady was Dolly Madison. "

" Not nearly as interesting a read as Founding Mothers, but educational nonetheless. "

" Fun to read, with incredible detail. Every woman should read it --every man too, but they probably won't! "

" If you like history, read it. If not, pass "

" Fantastic! A fascinating telling of early U.S. history told from a woman's point of view. I loved reading about the strong personalities and intelligent women that helped found America. "

" I admit it... I didn't finish it. The haphazard organization, lack of white space, and general lack of excitement did me in. Well, the bits of gossip over whose bosoms were bared at which ball were mildly amusing, but I just couldn't stick with it. "

" it was interesting to learn about our nation's past and the women who had some influence on its start. "

" Check out my other Cokie Roberts review - same deal "

" The stories sort of got away from the author- but still, the history of women is always interesting for me. "

" I enjoyed this book on CD read by the author. I learned a lot about the women of influence in the early years of our nation. And I owe a great debt of gratitude to them for the efforts they made for women's rights that other women after them took up and moved forward. "

" Great history of our founding mothers. :D "

" A wonderful look at the history of our nation showcasing the women who were behind so much of it. "

" So glad I read this book. As a clear sequel from "Founding Mothers" this book continued the story of America's greatest women after the time of the revolution when the country was shaping into a nation. The story was complete and enlightening. "