Ten American Girls from History

Harper & Brothers, 1917. Hardcover. Very Good/No Dustjacket as issued. . Kate Dickinson Sweetser introduces young readers to inspirational heroines. From Pocahontas and Clara Barton to Ida Lewis and Louisa M. Alcott, this book offers a brief biography of each woman's remarkable life. Learn about Virginia Reed, the midnight heroine of the plains, and Dorothy Quincy, who heard the first gun fired for independence. This informative and engaging book is perfect for young people seeking to learn about American history through the stories of extraordinary women. Kate Dickinson Sweetser (1870-1939) was an American author known in her time for writing juvenile fiction and compilations. She was born in New York City to Charles H. and Mary N. Sweetser. Her great-grandfather, Samuel Dickinson, was one of the founders of Amherst College in Massachusetts; she was also the cousin of poet Emily Dickinson. "The loyalty of Pocahontas, the patriotism of Molly Pitcher and Dorothy Quincy, the devoted service of Clara Barton, the heroism of Ida Lewis, the enthusiasm of Anna Dickinson, the fine work of Louisa Alcott-all challenge the emulation of American girls of to-day.