FICTION

Women Heroes of the American Revolution: 20 Stories of Espionage, Sabotage, Defiance, and Rescue

by Susan CASEY
240p. (Women of Action). bibliog. filmog. further reading. photos. reprods. websites. Chicago Review. Mar. 2015. Tr $19.95. ISBN 9781613745830.
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Gr 7–10—In a clear writing style, Casey profiles 20 female figures in this collection of biographies of women involved with the American Revolution. While some of the names are legendary and recognizable, most are not. These ordinary girls and women who accomplished amazing feats usually thought of as masculine make for interesting reading. From spies to soldiers to slaves, the women profiled here are engaging enough to keep students interested, and some may even seek out further information. The author shares her research of differing accounts of the same events, so the readers can decipher the evidence for themselves. Each piece is brief—no more than 10 pages, and readers will find them very accessible.
VERDICT This well-researched book sheds light on lesser known women of this period and is an excellent way to incorporate diversity into the curriculum.
Reviewed by Glynis Jean Wray, Ocean County Library, Toms River, NJ , Feb 01, 2015

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