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The Life Of Mary Lyon

The Life Of Mary Lyon

Gilchrist, Beth Bradford

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ISBN10: 1162971290
ISBN13: 9781162971292
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 476
Weight: 1.39
Height: 0.96 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Mary Lyon is a biographical book written by Beth Bradford Gilchrist. It chronicles the life of Mary Lyon, a prominent American educator who founded Mount Holyoke College, the first women's college in the United States. The book provides an in-depth look at Lyon's life, from her early years growing up on a farm in Massachusetts to her later years as a respected educator and advocate for women's education. The book details Lyon's struggles and triumphs, including her efforts to establish Mount Holyoke College and her dedication to providing women with access to higher education. It also explores Lyon's personal life, including her relationships with family and friends, and her strong Christian faith, which was a driving force in her life and work. Through extensive research and interviews with Lyon's family and colleagues, Gilchrist provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this remarkable woman. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women's education in the United States, as well as those interested in the life and legacy of Mary Lyon.Mary Lyon Developed Mount Holyoke College For Women In Massachusetts And Was Instrumental In The Founding Of Wheaton College, In Norton, MA.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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