“Vivid. . . . Yankee Woman forms a valuable contribution to the study of a pivotal event in American history and credibly delves beneath the hagiographies to the messy politics of women’s involvement in what was for them a new arena of public life.†―Julie Wheelwright; London Sunday TimesYankee Woman examines the experiences of women in the Civil War and; in particular; the lives of three courageous and independent women: one a frontline nurse; the second a community organizer; and the third the only woman to serve as a Union army surgeon in the war. Elizabeth Leonard’s in-depth research and her ability to spin a captivating tale combine to make Yankee Woman both a fascinating study of gender politics in society and a thoroughly absorbing story―the story of three women ahead of their time.
#256869 in Books Welky David 2016-11-01 2016-11-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.60 x 1.60 x 6.60l; .0 #File Name: 0393254410512 pagesA Wretched and Precarious Situation In Search of the Last Arctic Frontier
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. This book has the two things a great non-fic has to have--a good story I want to ...By J. CurranThis book has the two things a great non-fic has to have--a good story I want to hear; and one that's well-written. I so appreciate the writing ability of this author. To handle so deftly the volume of detail in this book was no easy task. In lesser hands it would have bogged down. Not only did I learn a great deal about Arctic explorations and explorers (with lots of great info on those who came before); but also about the social setting of these amazing men (and women too once you get into the cold--much appreciated). And thank you to the publisher for including so many great photos. When one gets to know Borup and Mac and the others so intimately; it's nice to see them in clear photos too. I loved it!7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. It is a great example of epic historical literature in the vein of ...By Magnus PaulyThis book is an incredibly well researched page turner. It is a great example of epic historical literature in the vein of The Perfect Storm or Endurance. Welky's style is engaging and authoritative at rhe same time. A first-rate read.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful surprise.By L. HarlowI enjoyed this book more than I expected. As I'd hoped; it reads like a good historical novel and exposed me to a new world. I wasn't familiar with the history of polar exploration so I was moved right along with the adventure. Highly recommended.
