New Book Uncovers Moving Stories of Single Mothers Throughout History

Nashville, TN – History yields to all types of mothers. Helena Augusta, abandoned single mother of Constantine, helped forever change Christianity. Widowed single mother Belva Lockwood would become the first female presidential candidate in 1884. And Harriet Jacobs, a slave, chose to live in a small airless attic for 7 years so her children could have freedom while diligently fighting for her own freedom and her children’s safety.

History is peppered with stories like these women, single mothers that have persevered for the sake of their children and to better their lives. Twelve women are chronicled in a new book by Northern Exposure actress and three-time Golden Globe nominee Janine Turner titled Holding Her Head High: 12 Single Mothers Who Championed Their Children and Changed History (Thomas Nelson Publishers, ISBN 978-0-7852-2324-5, March 2008, 350 pages, $22.99 Hardcover).

Turner, also a single mother, examines the lives of these women and explores how they advocated for their children to make a difference. During her research, Turner scoured thousands of historical documents to unearth proof of the impact these single mothers had.

“These women didn’t just raise their children,” Turner emphatically declares. “They raised their nations.” She goes on to add, “I find their voices to be amazingly modern, no matter the era”. And cross many eras they do. Stories span from the Roman Empire, travel through medieval times, and even recount the stories of pioneers in 18th century America. Turner details the behind-the-scenes lives of some of most influential Americans in history.

Holding Her Head High skillfully documents how these twelve women demonstrated strength, dedication, and commitment, with a robust vision of moving ahead. These stories will be inspirational to all generations who enjoy uplifting messages from a historical perspective.

Contact: Beth Hood
Senior Publicist
tel: (615) 902-2742
e-mail: bhood@thomasnelson.com

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