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The extraordinary Suzy Wright : a colonial woman on the frontier
Title:
The extraordinary Suzy Wright : a colonial woman on the frontier
ISBN:
9781419718663
Physical Description:
64 pages : illustrations, maps ; 27 cm
Contents:
Suzy comes to America -- At home in the land of brotherly love -- Shaking off the yoke -- A new home on the frontier -- A little romance -- Political adviser, lawyer, activist, and advocate for the Indians -- Businesswoman and scientific author -- The American Revolution and Quaker pacifism -- Celebrated poet -- Last years and legacy -- Afterword.
Reading Level:
1220 L Lexile
Personal Subject:
Summary:
Introduces Suzy Wright, a Quaker who helped settle the Pennsylvania frontier, defended the rights of Native Americans, and provided legal counsel to her neighbors.
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