Abigail Adams Becomes a Farmeress and Misses Her Husband
About this episode
The episode explores a letter from Abigail Adams to her husband John, revealing her struggles on the farm and her emotional state during his absence.
In this letter from Abigail to John, you can tell his absence is taking a toll on her. She tells of all the work she has to do on the farm, hoping to prove herself as a "farmeress" as he proves himself a statesman. She sounds a little nervous and sad as she wishes in vain for news of when he might come home. Boston is mourning its dead after the Brits have left town and she tells of a funeral she attended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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