Forgotten Ladies, (Hardcover)

<p>"Forgotten Ladies" is a fascinating collection of biographical sketches that brings to light the lives of nine extraordinary women who have been largely overlooked by the traditional annals of American history. Written by Richardson Wright, this work serves as a vibrant tapestry of social history, detailing the adventures, struggles, and triumphs of women who lived on the margins of fame or whose legacies were obscured by the passage of time.</p><p>The book explores a wide array of personalities, from the daring Deborah Sampson, who disguised herself as a man to fight in the American Revolution, to other pioneer figures, reformers, and socialites of the 18th and 19th centuries. Wright reconstructs their stories with a keen eye for detail, providing a window into the cultural and social conditions that defined their eras. By focusing on these neglected narratives, the author highlights the diversity of the female experience and the significant impact women have had on the development of American society.</p><p><b>"Forgotten Ladies"</b> is an essential volume for readers of history and biography, offering a compelling look at the unsung heroes and complex characters who helped shape the nation's past. It remains a classic of historical recovery and a testament to the enduring power of these hidden lives.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Forgotten Ladies, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025511290
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 384