Encyclopedia of Women in the American West

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Summary: A highly educational and enlightening resource
Review: Compiled and co-edited by Gordon Morris Bakken (Professor of History, California State University, Fullerton) and Brenda Farmington (Adjunct Faculty Member, Long Beach City College), Encyclopedia Of Women In The American West is a scholarly reference studying the often-overlooked lives and roles of women on the American frontier. Alphabetical entries offer succinct summaries of great figures, events, situations, facets of daily duties, and more. A highly educational and enlightening resource, the Encyclopedia Of Women In The American West is a core recommendation for academic and public library American Western History Studies and Women's Studies reference collections, as well as an invaluable resource for writers and non-specialist general readers with an interest in studying women's experiences and contributions to American society and culture.

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Summary: Great Resource
Review: This book is for all who have an interest in Women's Studies, American History or the West. Not only for libraries, this book makes an awesome addition to any home collection as well.