Mary Lyon Documents and Writings
Mary Lyon Documents and Writings by James E. Hartley, published by Doorlight Publications on October 8, 2008, is a comprehensive collection that highlights the significant contributions of Mary Lyon, a pivotal figure in women’s education. This edition spans 420 pages and is presented in English, offering readers an in-depth look at Lyon’s life and her founding of Mount Holyoke Female Seminary in 1837, the oldest continuing college for women. The book emphasizes her determination and commitment to ensuring the institution’s legacy, while also addressing the historical context of her work prior to the women’s suffrage movement.
Readers will find a curated selection of Lyon’s major documents and writings, shedding light on her influence in the realms of biography, history, and women’s studies. This collection not only chronicles her achievements but also situates her within the broader narrative of 19th-century America and the women’s movement. By bringing together these essential texts, the book aims to provide a deeper understanding of Lyon’s impact on higher education and social change, making it a valuable resource for those interested in historical and social science topics.
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Before the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and the Seneca Falls Declaration; before Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Lucy Stone, Julia Ward Howe, Carrie Chapman and Alice Paul; before John Stuart Mill’s “The Subjection of Women” and Virgina Woolf’s “A Room of One’s Own”; before all these came Mary Lyon. In 1837, by virtue of dogged determination and never removing her sight from her goal, Mary Lyon founded Mount Holyoke Female Seminary, the world’s oldest continuing college for women. Never seeking to draw attention to herself, she steadfastly fought to ensure that the school would outlive her and never become known as “Miss Lyon’s School.” Perhaps as a result, Mary Lyon has not drawn nearly the attention she de- serves in histories of America, the women’s movement or higher education. This volume, for the first time, draws together the major documents and writings of Mary Lyon’s remarkable career.
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