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Cast your vote Margaret Chase Smith was the first woman to run for president on a major party ticket. This biography highlights key moments in her personal and political life. From Smith's humble beginnings to her foray into Congress to her historic decision to run for president, readers will be inspired by the feisty, independent woman who embodied the qualities upon which this country was founded. A series of thematically organized time lines accompanies the text, providing context for the life of this extraordinary woman.
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Perfect for the upcoming presidential election year, this timeline biography of Margaret Chase Smith highlights the incredible career of the first woman to run for the presidency on a major party ticket. Plourde and McPhail tell an inspiring story of a woman with courage and grace. Full color.
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David McPhail is the acclaimed author of more than 150 books, including the much-adored Pig Pig series, THE SEARCHER AND OLD TREE, and HENRY BEAR'S PARK. David lives in Rye, New Hampshire.