Publisher's Synopsis
Representative Women of New England is a historical book written by Mary Elvira Elliott and published in 1904. The book profiles the lives of notable women from the New England region who made significant contributions to society in various fields. The women featured in the book include writers, educators, social reformers, and activists, among others. Some of the notable figures profiled in the book include Harriet Beecher Stowe, Louisa May Alcott, and Emily Dickinson. The book provides a detailed account of their lives, achievements, and the challenges they faced in a male-dominated society. The author also provides insights into the social and cultural context of the time, making the book a valuable resource for historians and scholars. Overall, Representative Women of New England is an inspiring and informative read that celebrates the achievements of women who helped shape the history of the region.Compiled Under The Editorial Supervision Of Julia Ward Howe, Assisted By Mary H. Graves.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.