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Forgotten Ladies

Forgotten Ladies

Wright, Richardson

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Biographies GeneralHistorical Figures19th Century United States History

ISBN10: 1025521390
ISBN13: 9781025521398
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Forgotten Ladies is an engaging exploration of the lives and legacies of nine American women who, despite their significant presence in their own times, have been largely overlooked by the annals of history. Authored by the noted historian Richardson Wright, this collection of biographical sketches brings to life a fascinating array of figures from the 18th and 19th centuries. The work delves into the stories of individuals like Deborah Sampson, the Revolutionary War heroine who served in disguise, and other socialites, reformers, and pioneers who shaped the cultural and social landscape of a developing nation.

Through meticulously researched portraits, Wright captures the spirit of early America, illustrating the challenges and triumphs faced by women across different strata of society. The book provides a window into the evolution of social norms and the vital, yet often unrecorded, roles women played in public life and private circles. Forgotten Ladies is a significant contribution to the study of American social history and a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of these remarkable figures whose names deserve to be remembered.

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