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Book Synopsis: Writer Sarah Glenn Marsh and illustrator Gilbert Ford's Alice Across America is a nonfiction picture book account of maverick Alice Ramsey, the first woman to drive a car across America in 1909.
When Alice Ramsey was little, she loved to ride horses. As she grew up, more people were driving cars. From the moment Alice slid behind the wheel, she was crazy about cars. So when the Maxwell-Briscoe Company challenged her to drive one of their new cars across the country as a promotional ploy to prove that even a lady could do it, Alice daringly accepted. With several women by her side, these brazen drivers sustained many hardships over the course of a remarkable two-month journey and far surpassed all expectations. With a clever blend of women’s history, technological history, and American roading geography, this is a celebration of unstoppable women making strides in twentieth-century America.
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Alice Across America: The Story of the First Women's Cross-Country Road Trip is not just any book, it is an inspiring tale of determination, courage, and breaking barriers. Join writer Sarah Glenn Marsh and illustrator Gilbert Ford on an unforgettable journey back in time to 1909, where maverick Alice Ramsey embarked on the first-ever cross-country road trip by a woman. This remarkable nonfiction picture book brings to life the story of Alice Ramsey, a true trailblazer who defied societal norms and shattered glass ceilings.
From a young girl who loved riding horses to a woman infatuated with cars, Alice Ramsey's passion for automobiles led her to accept a daring challenge from the Maxwell-Briscoe Company. In an era when women were deemed incapable of such feats, Alice fearlessly embarked on a two-month journey across America, accompanied by a group of courageous women. Their journey was met with numerous trials and tribulations, but they not only overcame them, they exceeded all expectations. Alice Ramsey and her companions became symbols of unstoppable women making history.
Alice Across America is not simply a book; it is a celebration of the indomitable spirit of women, the triumph of technological progress, and the vast expanse of American roads. This captivating blend of women's history, technological advancements, and geographical exploration will leave you inspired and in awe of the incredible feats accomplished by these trailblazing women. Writer Sarah Glenn Marsh and illustrator Gilbert Ford have expertly crafted a visually stunning and emotionally resonant account that will captivate readers of all ages.
Discover the remarkable story of Alice Ramsey and her groundbreaking journey with Alice Across America: The Story of the First Women's Cross-Country Road Trip. Fall in love with the beautifully illustrated pages that bring this inspiring tale to life. Join us on this empowering adventure as we pay homage to the women who have carved their paths and driven change in twentieth-century America.
Ready to embark on an empowering journey through history? Get your copy of Alice Across America: The Story of the First Women's Cross-Country Road Trip here today!
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