Synopses & Reviews
From the award-winning creator of My Dad Used to Be So Cool and Tough Guys Have Feelings Too comes a charming picture book inspired by the true story of Mary Edwards Walker, a trailblazing 19th-century doctor who was arrested many times for wearing pants.
Once upon a time (but not that long ago), girls only wore dresses. And only boys wore pants.
Until one day, a young girl named Mary had an idea: She would wear whatever she wanted. And she wanted to wear pants
This bold, original picture book encourages readers to think for themselves while gently challenging gender and societal norms.
About the Author
Keith Negley is the author and illustrator of My Dad Used to Be So Cool and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too). His imaginative artwork has appeared in the New York Times, the New Yorker, Time, and countless other national publications. He lives with his family in Bellingham, WA.