My Theodosia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Poor
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A sweeping work of historical fiction, My Theodosia chronicles the remarkable life of Theodosia Burr Alston, the brilliant and devoted daughter of the controversial American statesman Aaron Burr. Anya Seton brings the early nineteenth century vividly to life, tracing Theodosia's journey from her privileged upbringing in New York through her passionate loves, her arranged marriage to a South Carolina planter, and her fierce, unwavering loyalty to her father even as his political fortunes collapsed in scandal. The novel presents Theodosia as a woman of extraordinary intelligence and spirit, trapped by the rigid social expectations of her era yet driven by a depth of feeling that sets her apart from those around her. Written with lush, atmospheric prose and an undercurrent of melancholy, the narrative builds toward the haunting mystery of Theodosia's disappearance at sea in 1813—a fate that has captivated historians and romantics alike for two centuries. Seton's meticulous research and gift for emotional storytelling make this an unforgettable portrait of a forgotten American heroine.
Author: Anya Seton
Format: Hardback
Genre: Historical fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Poor
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A sweeping work of historical fiction, My Theodosia chronicles the remarkable life of Theodosia Burr Alston, the brilliant and devoted daughter of the controversial American statesman Aaron Burr. Anya Seton brings the early nineteenth century vividly to life, tracing Theodosia's journey from her privileged upbringing in New York through her passionate loves, her arranged marriage to a South Carolina planter, and her fierce, unwavering loyalty to her father even as his political fortunes collapsed in scandal. The novel presents Theodosia as a woman of extraordinary intelligence and spirit, trapped by the rigid social expectations of her era yet driven by a depth of feeling that sets her apart from those around her. Written with lush, atmospheric prose and an undercurrent of melancholy, the narrative builds toward the haunting mystery of Theodosia's disappearance at sea in 1813—a fate that has captivated historians and romantics alike for two centuries. Seton's meticulous research and gift for emotional storytelling make this an unforgettable portrait of a forgotten American heroine.