Mr. and Mrs. Madison's War

America's First Couple and the War of 1812

Hugh Howard

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Bloomsbury Publishing
01 September 2014

History; History of the Americas; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900

Now marking its bicentennial, the War of 1812 remains the least understood of America’s wars. Neither side gained a clear triumph, but in truth it was our second war of independence, settling once and for all that America would never again submit to Britain. It featured humiliating disasters—Washington was attacked, the White House burned—and stirring successes, like the Battle of Lake Erie, one of the greatest naval victory in American history. Here Hugh Howard, acclaimed for his vivid historical narratives, brings a forgotten conflict alive, and offers a vivid portrait of two key figures at its center, President James Madison and his charismatic, courageous first lady Dolley.

By: Hugh Howard
Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 351g
ISBN: 9781608193936
ISBN 10: 1608193934
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 01 September 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Hugh Howard's numerous books include The Painter's Chair: George Washington and the Making of American Art; Dr. Kimball and Mr. Jefferson; the definitive Thomas Jefferson: Architect; his memoir House-Dreams; and the classic Houses of the Founding Fathers. He resides in upstate New York.

Reviews for Mr. and Mrs. Madison's War: America's First Couple and the War of 1812

Howard's descriptions, e.g., of the burning of Washington, are superb, as is his use of primary sources throughout. Highly recommended to all readers on this war's bicentennial. * Library Journal * An entertaining look at the forgotten war. * Military History Quarterly * It is as a work of military history the book excels...A worthy look at a rite of passage making the nascent United States into a nation that, although far from a world power, would be here to stay. * Minneapolis Star-Tribune *