Featured in this lot is "The Ladies of the White House or In The Home of the Presidents" by Laura C. Holloway, 1883, Bradley & Company publisher, illustrated with numerous steel and wood engravings. This edition, expanded significantly through publisher Bradley & Company, includes the tragic story of the Garfield administration. This landmark 19th-century biographical work offers a comprehensive look at the public and private lives of America's First Ladies and official executive hostesses. It was a massive commercial success in its time, serving as one of the earliest consolidated histories dedicated entirely to the women of the executive mansion. The book explores how First Ladies subtly shaped political discourse and social customs in Washington, D.C. and it focuses on the private lives, household management, and personal sacrifices of these women. During the Victorian era, women's histories were rarely given serious individual attention. Holloway's work helped formalize the historical legacy of the First Lady position, turning what was considered a purely social role into a recognized institution of American political life. Laura Carter Holloway Langford (1843-1930) was an American journalist, author, lecturer and the creator of the Seidl Society in New York City, in 1889, which was devoted to music and charity work, the society of over 300 women brought music to underprivileged women and children in Brooklyn through free outdoor concerts at Brighton Beach and Coney Island. These concerts were all day events including meals and time to enjoy the beaches. The society also presented lectures by prominent feminists, including Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony. The red cloth bound gold gilt stamped illustrated hardcover is in good overall condition, front cover gold gilt bright, scuffing and fading exhibited. Intact pages exhibit age tanning and foxing throughout. Measures 6"W x 8.875"L x 2.25"D, weight is 3lb, 2oz.