In this fascinating memoir, pioneering suffragist Abigail Scott Duniway chronicles her journey from Missouri to Oregon in the mid-19th century. Braving harsh weather, bandits, and illness, she perseveres in her quest for a better life and eventually becomes a leading voice in the fight for women's rights. Her story is as inspiring as it is informative, offering readers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of one of America's most important social movements.

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