While much has been written about the men who founded our nation, this history includes only part of the story. Though they may not have signed the Constitution, written the Declaration of Independence, or fought in battles, the wives, mothers, sisters, and daughters behind the scenes in the American Revolution contributed to their country's birthplace as significantly as the men in the spotlight.



#1 New York Times bestselling author Cokie Roberts presents the contributions of these patriots, the women who fought the Revolution as courageously and heroically as the men, often defending the doors of their very homes. The stories of these founding mothers are unearthed in their personal correspondence and brought to life in an intimate, compelling way and illustrated with gorgeous and captivating portraits by Diane Goode.