The Senator and the Socialite - by Lawrence Otis Graham (Paperback)

The Blanche Kelso Bruce Story - A Fascinating Look at Race and Class in America. Discover the inspiring true story of Blanche Kelso Bruce, the head of America's first black dynasty and the first black U.S.

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Spanning more than a century, Lawrence Otis's illuminating biography reveals how Bruce rose from slavery to achieve power and prestige in the aftermath of the Civil War.

With his wife, the daughter of a prominent Philadelphia physician, he would break social and racial barriers - a legacy continued by their children until scandal destroyed the family's wealth and stature.

This riveting book brings into focus an important yet little-known segment of our nation's past, filled with triumph and tragedy.

Don't miss out on this fascinating look at race and class in America - order your copy today!