Jessie Benton Fremont: A Biography

By Pamela Herr

Book Overview

Traces the life of Jessie Fremont, wife of the soldier and explorer, describes how she fit her accomplishments within the role allowed nineteenth century women, and discusses her influence on history.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806121599
• ISBN13: 9780806121598
• Release Date: January 1988
• Publisher: Univ of Oklahoma Pr
• Length: 510 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 1.3" x 5.8"

Customer Reviews

Fascinating Reading

My husband is a nephew of Jesse Benton's and I read this book out of curiousity, but was very pleased to find it a fascinating read. She was a great lady and important to the history of this county and as well as having many amazing adventures. Although the subject matter could have been dry, Pamela Herr makes it interesting while giving you much historical information. You have a feeling of being in the places and at the time she is describing. You will soon realize that in another time, Jesse Benton would have made a far greater mark on history. This book was more satisfying than many novels I have read and will be passed on to all the young women in our family.