Early American Women: A Documentary History, 1600-1900

Wadsworth, 1992. Paperback. Used: Acceptable. Paperback internally good some creasing and bumping to cover, owners name crossed out on first page. 1992 Wadsworth edition. This volume is a collection of over 100 primary sources in women's history that reveals the diversity of women's experience from the colonial era through the 19th century. The documents range from the familiar to the unusual. Collectively, they evoke interest, inspire reflection, and invite commentary from readers. This volume can stand alone, or it can be used in combination with Susan Ware's MODERN AMERICAN WOMEN, 1890 TO THE PRESENT. This text is a collection of documents covering women's experiences in the family, economy, and society from the colonial era to 1900, with attention to distinctions of class, race, and religion. The collection consists of excerpts from a wide variety of primary sources. The book should be of interest as a core text or supplement for students taking a junior course in women's history; it is occasionally appropriate as a supplement for students taking a US History Survey and also an American Studies course. - . Excess postage may be required for books over 1 kg in weight outside the EU. ISBN 0-534-15102-7 0534151027.