More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Washington Women

Autori

• Lynn Bragg

Serie

• Più che sottane

Parametri

• 224 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Gialli / Thriller
• Narrativa
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Eighteen independent women from Washington state are spotlighted for their significant contributions to society, showcasing their resilience and determination in overcoming various barriers. The collection includes figures such as pioneer missionary Narcissa Prentiss Whitman, who bravely crossed the Continental Divide, and Dr. Nettie J. Craig Asberry, a civil rights champion and one of the first black women to earn a doctorate. Their inspiring stories reflect a rich tapestry of backgrounds and experiences that continue to influence the region today.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

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