Ten Years in Washington: Inside Life and Scenes in Our National Capital as a Woman Sees Them
Enriched edition. (With Biography of President James A. Garfield)By Mary Clemmer
Length18h 53m
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In "Ten Years in Washington: Inside Life and Scenes in Our National Capital as a Woman Sees Them," Mary Clemmer offers a vivid and nuanced portrayal of life in Washington, D.C., during the late 19th century. Employing a keen observational style infused with personal anecdotes, Clemmer brings to life the political and social dynamics of the nation's capital. Her work is a unique blend of memoir and social commentary, rich with descriptions of domestic politics, public figures, and the evolving role of women in society. Through her lens, readers gain insights into the intersections of gender and power, framed within a historical context marked by significant political upheaval and the burgeoning women's rights movement. Mary Clemmer, a pioneering journalist and advocate for women's rights, forged her path in a male-dominated field, enhancing her authority as a chronicler of Washington life. Educated and well-connected, Clemmer interacted with influential politicians and members of high society, giving her a unique perspective on the inner workings of government. Her personal experiences as a woman navigating this world inform the candid and critical nature of her writing, making her voice both distinctive and vital to understanding American history. Readers who seek a deeper understanding of Washington, D.C., through the eyes of a woman in its midst will find Clemmer's work enlightening. "Ten Years in Washington" is not merely an account of political events; it is a testament to the capability of women to shape their narratives within the annals of history. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in women's history, political memoirs, and the dynamics of society at a pivotal moment in American history.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
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GenrePolitics and Government
Length18 hrs 53 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 17, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER I. FROM THE VERY BEGINNING.
3CHAPTER II. CROSS PURPOSES AND QUEER SPECULATIONS.
4CHAPTER III. THE WORK BEGUN IN EARNEST.
5CHAPTER IV. OLD WASHINGTON.
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6CHAPTER V. THE CAPITAL OF THE NATION.
7CHAPTER VI. THE WASHINGTON OF THE PRESENT DAY.
8CHAPTER VII. WHAT MADE NEW WASHINGTON.
9CHAPTER VIII. BUILDING THE CAPITOL.
10CHAPTER IX. INSIDE THE CAPITOL.
11CHAPTER X. OUTSIDE THE CAPITOL.
12CHAPTER XI. ART TREASURES OF THE CAPITOL.
13CHAPTER XII. WOMEN WITH CLAIMS.
14CHAPTER XIII. THE CONGRESSIONAL LIBRARY.
15CHAPTER XIV. A VISIT TO THE NEW LAW LIBRARY.
16CHAPTER XV. THE HEAVEN OF LEGAL AMBITION—THE SUPREME COURT ROOM.
17CHAPTER XVI. THE “MECCA OF THE AMERICAN.”
18CHAPTER XVII. THE CAPITOL—MORNING SIGHTS AND SCENES.
19CHAPTER XVIII. FAIR WASHINGTON—A RAMBLE IN EARLY SPRING.
20CHAPTER XIX. INSIDE THE WHITE HOUSE—SHADOWS OF THE PAST.
21CHAPTER XX. LADIES OF THE WHITE HOUSE.
22CHAPTER XXI. WIVES OF THE PRESIDENTS—LIFE AT THE WHITE HOUSE.
23CHAPTER XXIV. THE WHITE HOUSE DURING THE WAR.
24CHAPTER XXV. THE WHITE HOUSE NOW.
25CHAPTER XXVI. RECEPTION DAY AT THE WHITE HOUSE—GLIMPSES OF LIFE.
26CHAPTER XXVII. INAUGURATION DAY AT WASHINGTON.
27CHAPTER XXVIII. A PEEP AT AN INAUGURATION BALL.
28CHAPTER XXIX. THE UNITED STATES TREASURY—ITS HISTORY.
29CHAPTER XXX. INSIDE THE TREASURY—THE HISTORY OF A DOLLAR.
30CHAPTER XXXI. THE WORKERS IN THE TREASURY—HOW THE MONEY IS MADE.
31CHAPTER XXXII. THE LAST DAYS OF A DOLLAR.
32CHAPTER XXXIII. THE GREAT CASH-ROOM—THE WATCH-DOG OF THE TREASURY.
33CHAPTER XXXIV. WOMAN’S WORK IN THE DEPARTMENTS—WHAT THEY DO AND HOW THEY DO IT.
34CHAPTER XXXV. WOMEN’S WORK IN THE TREASURY—HOW APPOINTMENTS ARE MADE.
35CHAPTER XXXVI. GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL LIFE—HOW PLACE AND POWER ARE WON.
36CHAPTER XXXVII. THE DEAD LETTER OFFICE—ITS MARVELS AND MYSTERIES.
37CHAPTER XXXVIII. THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR—UNCLE SAM’S DOMESTIC ARRANGEMENTS.
38CHAPTER XXXIX. THE PENSION BUREAU—HOW GOVERNMENT PAYS ITS SERVANTS.
39CHAPTER XL. TREASURES AND CURIOSITIES OF THE PATENT OFFICE—THE MODEL ROOM—ITS RELICS AND INVENTIONS.
40CHAPTER XLI. THE BUREAU OF PATENTS—CRAZY INVENTORS AND WONDERFUL INVENTIONS.
41CHAPTER XLII. THE WAR DEPARTMENT.
42CHAPTER XLIII. THE ARMY MEDICAL MUSEUM—ITS CURIOSITIES AND WONDERS.
43CHAPTER XLIV. “OLD PROBABILITIES’” WORKSHOP—HOW WEATHER CALCULATIONS ARE MADE.
44CHAPTER XLV. THE NAVY DEPARTMENT—THE UNITED STATES OBSERVATORY—THE STATE DEPARTMENT.
45CHAPTER XLVI. INSIDE THE GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE—THE STORY OF A “PUB. DOC.”—WOMEN WORKERS.
46CHAPTER XLVII. INSIDE THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION—ITS TREASURES OF ART AND SCIENCE—THE LARGEST COLLECTION IN THE WORLD.
47CHAPTER XLVIII. OLD HOMES AND HAUNTS OF WASHINGTON—MEMORIES OF OTHER DAYS.
48CHAPTER XLIX. MOUNT VERNON—MEMORIAL DAY—ARLINGTON.
49CHAPTER L. THE LIFE AND CAREER OF JAMES A. GARFIELD, THE MARTYRED PRESIDENT.
50CHAPTER LI. THE HISTORY OF THE ASSASSINATION AND DEATH OF PRESIDENT JAMES A. GARFIELD—THE GREAT TRAGEDY OF THE AGE.
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