Table of Contents

List of Illustrations Note on Spelling Acknowledgments 1. "A little schoolgirl" 2. "A peculiarly happy disposition" 3. "Her manner is charming" 4. "She'll do!" 5. "The place is full of rumours about Mrs. Cleveland" 6. "Life is very smooth and even and beautiful" 7. "Mrs. Cleveland knew what she wanted" 8. "The best part is ... the drive with G.C." 9. "Mr. Cleveland died at nine this morning" 10. "I am marrying Mrs. Grover Cleveland" 11. "America is simply not used to being serious about anything" 12. "I wish only a true picture of his life" Epilogue Afterword Notes Bibliography Index

About the Author

Annette Dunlap is an independent scholar and journalist. She lives in North Carolina.

Reviews

"The book is short, but sweet, and provides a generous acquaintance with Mrs. Cleveland's own voice, mostly through her letters." - CentralJersey.com "...[Frank] meticulously details Cleveland's childhood, the 28-year age difference and marriage to President Grover Cleveland and her life after his death." - The Courier-Tribune "A lively and compelling portrait of a little-known figure in political history." - Paul Grondahl, author of Mayor Corning: Albany Icon, Albany Enigma