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The President's Daughter: On Elizabeth Ann, the Illegitimate Daughter of W. G. Harding and the Author. With Illustrations, Including Portraits.
Hardcover
Biographies GeneralPresidents & Heads of State20th Century United States History
ISBN13: 9781025920290
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 466
Weight: 1.82
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The President's Daughter is a groundbreaking and controversial memoir that chronicles the clandestine relationship between Nan Britton and Warren G. Harding, the 29th President of the United States. Written with poignant honesty, Britton details her long-term affair with the charismatic leader, which began before his presidency and continued through his time in the White House. The narrative centers on the birth and early life of their daughter, Elizabeth Ann, exploring the emotional and social challenges faced by a mother raising an illegitimate child fathered by one of the most powerful men in the world.
Rich with personal anecdotes and supported by historical context, the work provides a rare, intimate glimpse into the private life of President Harding. It offers readers a unique perspective on the intersection of public power and private vulnerability during the Roaring Twenties. Beyond its scandalous revelations, The President's Daughter serves as a significant historical document that challenged contemporary social norms regarding gender, morality, and the accountability of political figures. This memoir remains a compelling read for those interested in presidential history, American social studies, and the enduring complexity of human relationships within the corridors of power.
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The President's Daughter: On Elizabeth Ann, the Illegitimate Daughter of W. G. Harding and the Author. With Illustrations, Including Portraits.
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The President's Daughter: On Elizabeth Ann, the Illegitimate Daughter of W. G. Harding and the Author. With Illustrations, Including Portraits.
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