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First Generations: Women in Colonial America

Carol Berkin
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First Generations: Women in Colonial America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1997

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Carol Berkin

First Generations: Women in Colonial America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Education
Period
American Revolution
Setting

Colonial America • 17th-18th centuries

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Education

Sociology
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

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.

Informative

Challenging

Inspirational

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

358 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

Who should read this

Who Should Read First Generations: Women in Colonial America?

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.

4.1

358 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Education
Period
American Revolution
Setting

Colonial America • 17th-18th centuries

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Education

Sociology
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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