Washington in the 90's

"Washington in the 90's; California Eyes Dazzled by the Brilliant Society of the Capitol" is a vibrant firsthand account of the social and political landscape of Washington, D.C., during the closing decade of the nineteenth century. Written by Isabel McKenna Duffield, the daughter of a prominent politician and jurist, the work provides an intimate look at the Gilded Age through the eyes of a newcomer from the West. The narrative details the splendor of the nation's capital, exploring the intersection of political power and high society that defined the era.The book serves as a rich social history, chronicling the elaborate dinners, diplomatic receptions, and the rigid yet fascinating etiquette of the American elite. Duffield offers readers a unique perspective on the legendary figures and cultural shifts of the 1890s, capturing the awe of a Californian navigating the most prestigious circles of the East Coast. This work is an essential resource for those interested in American social history, offering a rare glimpse into the private lives of public figures and the evolving identity of the United States at the turn of the century. It stands as a valuable record of a sophisticated and bygone era of American life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 132, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press