First Generations: Women in Colonial America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1997
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Book • Nonfiction
Colonial America • 17th-18th centuries
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Education•
Sociology1997
Adult
18+ years
First Generations: Women in Colonial America by Carol Berkin explores the diverse experiences of women in Colonial America, highlighting their roles, challenges, and contributions within the evolving social and political landscape. The text examines different ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, providing a comprehensive understanding of women's impact in shaping early American society.
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First Generations: Women in Colonial America by Carol Berkin is praised for its engaging and well-researched portrayal of women's diverse roles in early America. Berkin's ability to bring historical figures to life is appreciated, though some critics desire a deeper exploration of certain themes. Overall, the book successfully highlights women's influence during the colonial era.
A reader interested in First Generations: Women in Colonial America would enjoy history-focused narratives about women's roles and experiences in early America. Similar readers might appreciate works like Laurel Thatcher Ulrich's A Midwife's Tale or Ann Little's The Many Captivities of Esther Wheelwright.
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Colonial America • 17th-18th centuries
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Sociology1997
Adult
18+ years
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