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Esta serie profundiza en las vidas y legados de mujeres notables que desafiaron las convenciones y dejaron su huella en la historia. Cada entrega descubre las inspiradoras historias de individuos audaces que superaron las expectativas sociales y lograron hazañas extraordinarias. Es una celebración de la fuerza, la resiliencia y el espíritu indomable de las mujeres que moldearon el mundo. Las narrativas son ricas en detalles históricos y perspicacia personal.

More Than Petticoats: Remarkable South Carolina Women
More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Utah Women
More Than Petticoats: Remarkable North Carolina Women
More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Washington Women

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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.

    More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Washington Women
  • The book presents the inspiring stories of sixteen independent women who significantly shaped North Carolina's history. Each biography highlights their unique contributions and the barriers they overcame, including figures like Mary Hooks "Polly" Slocumb, a Revolutionary War heroine, and Dr. Annie Lowrie Alexander, a pioneering physician. These women, from diverse backgrounds, exemplify strength and resilience, making their legacies impactful to this day. This collection showcases their remarkable lives and enduring spirits in a captivating format.

    More Than Petticoats: Remarkable North Carolina Women
  • The book highlights the lives of thirteen influential women who significantly shaped Utah's history. Each profile showcases their unique contributions and the barriers they overcame, reflecting their strength and resilience. Notable figures include Emmeline B. Wells, a pioneering journalist and suffragist; Martha Hughes Cannon, the first female state senator; and Reva Beck Bosone, the first female judge in Utah. Through their compelling stories, the book celebrates their enduring impact on society and inspires readers with their independence and courage.

    More Than Petticoats: Remarkable Utah Women
  • The book showcases the lives of twelve influential women from South Carolina who overcame various barriers to shape the state's history. It highlights figures like Lily Strickland Anderson and Gertrude Sanford, who ventured into music and museum collection, and Julia Mood Peterkin, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for her authentic depictions of African Americans. Additionally, it features educators Wil Lou Gray and Septima Clark, who dedicated their lives to enhancing literacy, health care, and civil rights, leaving a lasting legacy in their communities.

    More Than Petticoats: Remarkable South Carolina Women