Drawing upon personal correspondence, private journals, and even favored recipes, Roberts reveals the often surprising stories of these fascinating women, bringing to life the everyday trials and extraordinary triumphs of individuals like ...
Drawing upon personal correspondence, private journals, and even favored recipes, Roberts reveals the often surprising stories of these fascinating women, bringing to life the everyday trials and extraordinary triumphs of individuals like ...
Some wives focused their attention on a household and raising a family, or took an active role in business or politics, but all were remarkable, noteworthy figures of Revolutionary era.
The stories of these founding mothers are found in their personal correspondence, private journals, ledgers, and lists.
Although early America did not allow women to do many things outside of their homes, there were many women who fought for their rights and worked to make the U.S. a free country for all.
Describes the daily lives, social roles, and contributions of women living during the Revolutionary period. "An outstanding contribution to both American history and Bicentennial collections. One of the best books of the year.
Explores the lives of women who helped shape the United States, profiling such key figures as Abigail Adams, Eliza Pinkney, Dolley Payne Madison, Deborah Read Franklin, and Catherine Littlefield Greene.
Founding Mothers