Marie Benedict

Victoria Christopher Murray

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In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. But Belle has a secret, she is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first Black graduate of Harvard and a well-known advocate for equality. The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman, famous for her intellect, style, and wit, and shares the lengths she must go to - for the protection of her family and her legacy - to preserve her carefully crafted white identity in the racist world in which she lives.In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture on the New York society scene and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world as she helps build a world-class collection. But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. She is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first

The Personal Librarian

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The Instant New York Times Bestseller! A Good Morning America* Book Club Pick! "Historical fiction at its best!"* A remarkable novel about J. P. Morgan's personal librarian, Belle da Costa Greene, the Black American woman who was forced to hide her true identity and pass as white in order to leave a lasting legacy that enriched our nation, from New York Times bestselling authors Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a world-class collection. But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. She was born not Belle da Costa Greene but Belle Marion Greener. She is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first Black graduate of Harvard and a well-known advocate for equality. Belle's complexion isn't dark because of her alleged Portuguese heritage that lets her pass as white--her complexion is dark because she is African American. The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman, famous for her intellect, style, and wit, and shares the lengths she must go to--for the protection of her family and her legacy--to preserve her carefully crafted white identity in the racist world in which she lives.

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A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune—an unlikely friendship that changed the world, from the New York Times bestselling authors of the Good Morning America Book Club pick The Personal Librarian. The daughter of formerly enslaved parents, Mary McLeod Bethune refuses to back down as white supremacists attempt to thwart her work. She marches on as an activist and an educator, and as her reputation grows she becomes a celebrity, revered by titans of business and recognized by U.S. Presidents. Eleanor Roosevelt herself is awestruck and eager to make her acquaintance. Initially drawn together because of their shared belief in women’s rights and the power of education, Mary and Eleanor become fast friends confiding their secrets, hopes and dreams—and holding each other’s hands through tragedy and triumph. When Franklin Delano Roosevelt is elected president, the two women begin to collaborate more closely, particularly as Eleanor moves toward her own agenda separate from FDR, a consequence of the devastating discovery of her husband’s secret love affair. Eleanor becomes a controversial First Lady for her outspokenness, particularly on civil rights. And when she receives threats because of her strong ties to Mary, it only fuels the women’s desire to fight together for justice and equality. This is the story of two different, yet equally formidable, passionate, and committed women, and the way in which their singular friendship helped form the foundation for the modern civil rights movement.

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Some minor shelf wear on edges of wrapping. Creasing by the bottom of spine. 
Otherwise feels like it's never been read. 

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Used book, excellent condition, gently read, with slightly upturned front right bottom corner

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Practically new and unread, with uncracked spine. Pub.2021. 338 pages.

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The First Ladies

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

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Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The First Ladies

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The First Ladies

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The First Ladies

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian

Marie Benedict; Victoria Christopher Murray

The Personal Librarian