Founding Mothers : The Women Who Raised Our Nation

An intimate & illuminating look at the fervently patriotic & passionate women whose tireless pursuits on behalf of their families -- & their country -- proved just as crucial to the forging of a new nation as the rebellion that established it. Reveals the often surprising stories of these fascinating women, bringing to life the everyday trials & extraordinary triumphs of individuals like Abigail Adams, Mercy Otis Warren, Deborah Read Franklin, Eliza Pinckney, Catherine Littlefield Green, Esther DeBerdt Reed, & Martha Washington -- proving that without our exemplary women, America might never have survived. The behind-the-scenes influence of these women -- & their sometimes very public activities -- was intelligent & pervasive. Illustrations.Roberts, Cokie is the author of 'Founding Mothers : The Women Who Raised Our Nation', published 2006 under ISBN 9781422354735 and ISBN 1422354733.