Cover of Mary Todd Lincoln

Mary Todd Lincoln

by Mary Hull

Historical American Biographies

Reading Level 8-9 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Explore the life of Mary Todd Lincoln, from her early years through her marriage to President Abraham Lincoln, and her influence during his presidency. Discover the personal hardships and profound losses she endured, shaping her legacy as a complex and resilient first lady. This compelling biography sheds light on her pivotal role in history and the challenges behind the public figure.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalBiographyFamilyComing of Age

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Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Divorce & Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0766012522
Pages
128
Published
2000
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
17,827

Genres

Biography & Autobiography

Subjects

Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882 -- Juvenile literature.Lincoln, Mary Todd, 1818-1882.Presidents' spouses -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.First ladies.Women -- Biography.