More than Petticoats: Remarkable New Hampshire Women celebrates the women who shaped the Granite State. Short, illuminating biographies and archvial photographs and paintings tell the stories of women from across the state who served as teachers, writers, entrepreneurs, and artists.

Moving portraits of thirteen freedom-loving women who helped make New Hampshire what it is today More than Petticoats: Remarkable New Hampshire Women profiles the lives of thirteen of the state¿s most important historical figures¿women from across New Hampshire, from many different walks of life. With enduring strength and compassion, these remarkable women broke through social, cultural, or political barriers to make contributions to society that still resonate today. Read about:¿ Ona Judge Staines, who fled the most powerful man in America and found safety and freedom in New Hampshire¿ Sarah Hale, the widowed mother who edited Americäs first great women¿s magazine and lobbied President Lincoln for a new holiday¿Thanksgiving ¿ Laura Bridgman, an example for Helen Keller and those who followed¿ Marilla Ricker, who sought to run for governor before women could even voteEach of these women demonstrated an independence of spirit that is as inspiring now as it was then. Read about their extraordinary lives in this captivating collection of biographies.