Women of the New Mexico Frontier, 1846-1912 - 2nd Edition by Cheryl J Foote (Paperback)

About the Book

Biographies of and a collection of writings by women who, for various reasons, found themselves living in New Mexico Territory, from the mid-nineteenth century to the beginning of World War I.

Book Synopsis

Biographies of and a collection of writings by women who, for various reasons, found themselves living in New Mexico Territory, from the mid-nineteenth century to the beginning of World War I.

Review Quotes

""Women of the New Mexican Frontier" provides a unique glimpse into Anglo-American women's history in New Mexico during the last half of the 19th century."

"Based on careful research, "Women of the New Mexico Frontier" brings to our attention the lives and work of obscure but nevertheless significant women. For the first time, the lives of Anglo women from the Eastern United States are examined vis--vis the Americanization of New Mexico Territory."

"Women in historical nonfiction have finally gained a permanent place in the publishing world. Foote's book reveals the stories of army wives, teachers and missionaries. She successfully weaves together these women with a common thread of character. . A departure from traditional New Mexico history, this is a must read."