This study guide refers to the first edition of the text. The women who raised our nation by cokie roberts is an account of the women who supported and helped shape the development of the democratic government in the united states. Apr, 2004 social history at its best, founding mothers unveils the drive, determination, creative insight, and passion of the other patriots, the women who raised our nation. Cokie robertss number one new york times bestseller, we are our mothers daughters, examined the nature of womens roles throughout history and. Click download or read online button to get founding mothers book now.
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