The Mothers of Great Men and Women and Some Wives of Great Men is a book written by Laura C. Holloway. As the title suggests, the book is a collection of biographical sketches of the mothers of famous men and women, as well as some of the wives of famous men. The book was first published in 1888 and has since been reprinted several times.The book contains profiles of the mothers of some of the most influential people in history, including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Napoleon Bonaparte, and William Shakespeare. The author provides insight into the lives of these women, including their personalities, their relationships with their children, and the impact they had on their children's lives.In addition to the mothers of great men and women, the book also includes profiles of some of the wives of famous men, including Martha Washington, Mary Todd Lincoln, and Josephine Bonaparte. These profiles provide a glimpse into the lives of these women, their marriages, and their roles in history.Overall, The Mothers of Great Men and Women and Some Wives of Great Men is a fascinating look at the women behind some of the most influential people in history. It offers a unique perspective on history and sheds light on the important role that mothers and wives have played in shaping the world we live in today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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