ShawnMarie M. (ShawnMarie) reviewed Women's Diaries of the Westward Journey (Studies in the Life of Women) on + 78 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Interesting reading, but wish it had more actual excerpt from the diaries instead of the summary by the author.
Anny P. (wolfnme) reviewed Women's Diaries of the Westward Journey (Studies in the Life of Women) on + 3389 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
I can't imagine riding a wagon or walking for miles wearing a long-sleeved, long dress in scorching heat. Or, for that matter, preparing meals, being pregnant, taking care of children, or burying a loved one on the side of the road. But these women did all these things in stride. Modern women focus on what women weren't able to do in the 19th century but this book shows that women have always been strong, brave and capable. It's a wonderful book which you will enjoy for years to come.
