Elizabeth Murray: A Woman's Pursuit of Independence in Eighteenth-Century America

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The narrative explores Elizabeth Murray's quest for economic independence in 18th-century Boston, revealing her complexities beyond societal expectations. Utilizing her personal papers, including correspondence and business records, the book uncovers the challenges she faced and her resilience in a male-dominated society, presenting a nuanced portrait of a determined woman striving for self-sufficiency.