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Nancy: The Story of Lady Astor

Nancy: The Story of Lady Astor


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In 1919, Nancy Astor became the first woman to take a seat in parliament.

She was not what had been expected. Far from a virago who had suffered for the cause of female suffrage, she was already near the centre of the ruling society that had for so long resisted the political upheavals of the early twentieth century, having married into the family of one of the richest men in the world. She was not even British. She would prove to be a trailblazer and beacon for the generations of women who would follow her into Parliament.

This new biography charts Nancy Astor's incredible story, from penury in the American South, to a lifestyle of the most immense riches, from the luxury of Edwardian England, through the 'Jazz Age', and on towards the Second World War: a world of great country estates, lavish town houses and the most sumptuous entertainments, peopled by the most famous and powerful names of the age. But hers was not only the life of power, glamour and easy charm: it was also defined by principles and bravery, by war and sacrifice, by love and bitter disputes.

With glorious, page-turning brio, Adrian Fort has brought to life this restless, controversial American dynamo, an unforgettable woman who left a deep and lasting imprint on the political life of our nation.



About the Author :
Adrian Fort was educated at Eton and Oxford where he was subsequently a Clarendon Fellow. He practised as a barrister and became involved with politics before pursuing a financial career. He has published many articles on financial and economic matters and has broadcast frequently on the radio. His previous books include Prof: The Life of Frederick Lindemann and Archibald Wavell: The Life and Times of an Imperial Servant.

Review :
"The spirited story of the indomitable girl from America who married a millionaire and fought fiercely to become Britain's first female MP" Sunday Times "Fort's well researched biography is excellent" -- Janet Christie Scotsman "Adrian Fort does justice to her energetic, forceful and outspoken personality" -- Christopher Silvester Daily Express "A masterful and compassionate book, every bit as multi-facet as the extraordinary woman" Country Life "This elegant work brilliantly evokes the story of a woman ahead of her time, and does justice to her energetic and outspoken personality" Daily Telegraph


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781409028581
  • Publisher: Vintage Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Vintage Digital
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1409028585
  • Publisher Date: 11 Oct 2012
  • Binding: Digital (delivered electronically)


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