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  • Such a Woman

  • The Life of Madame Octavia Walton LeVert
  • By: Paula Lenor Webb
  • Narrated by: Lovelace Cook
  • Length: 7 hrs and 14 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (4 ratings)

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Such a Woman

By: Paula Lenor Webb
Narrated by: Lovelace Cook
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In researching for the book Mobile Under Siege, author Paula Lenor Webb, came across a woman unlike any other who lived in the 1800s. Octavia Walton LeVert, living in the wealth and wilds of the expanding United States, influenced those around her. Paula realized how fascinating this story was and set out to discover more. After five years of traveling, visiting archives, and private collections, Paula Webb has written the true story of a woman ahead of her time.

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extremely good biography

this is a well researched. well written biography of a fascinating life. it is certainly not written in academic tone or tenor, the flow is very easy to read and follow along. The author, and by extension the narrator, don't try to bombard you with fancy sounding words that are hard to understand. extremely easy read, highly recommended

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Insightful and engaging. Well read

A unique story of a real women who charted her own course within the constraints of the time. Narration well done and engaging. Well written book that provided new insights into Octavia LeVert’s life and times

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Inspiring Femininity

Octavia Walton LeVert's life amplifies her humble intentions to connect with her community. Reading this book as a woman felt motivating. from a mother's perspective reading how she enjoyed the company of her children and husband. It's a remarkable read that can be read again and again. The poetry and description of Mobile's culture, the economic issues and social challenges that existed in the 18th century are fascinating to read about. The information is not rewriting like a dry memoir. The text flow in a vivid and descriptive manner that make the information easier to understand. The tone is the resilience Octavia always showed facing, so many life uncertainties. Its definitely a must read!

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