Phenomenal Woman: The Dora Stockman Story

by Maraget O'Rourke-Kelly

Overview

It was a moment of serendipity while Margaret O'Rourke Kelly was working on her own campaign for a seat in the Michigan House of Representatives, that she discovered the archival records of Dora Hall Stockman, the first woman to hold elected state office in Michigan. This began her fascination with this often overlooked historical figure but through Hall Stockman's plays, stories, poetry, songs and overwhelming contributions to the agricultural community, she has created an intriguing biography of a strong, patriotic woman of God, often ahead of her time, who overcame the constraints of her life and times to make a lasting contribution to American society.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940014114806
Publisher:	Zoe Life Publishing
Publication date:	07/08/2008
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	176
File size:	4 MB

About the Author

Margaret O'Rourke Kelly, Ph.D. is a professor of communication and adult studies at Spring Arbor University. She is the co author of Barnes Castle and author of Conversations with E.B. Pierce. Margaret created and performs a one woman show based on the life and times of Dora Stockman. She has also written and performed radio commentary for public radio. Margaret resides in Canton, Michigan with her delightful husband who offers unwavering support. She has two grown children who are a constant source of pleasure and inspiration. It has been said that we read biographies to not only learn about the lives of others but to discover who we are and what we might become. I have long been interested in women's place in history. Dora Stockman is a rare find. It was the beginning of a journey that led me along her many pathways. She was the first woman elected to public office in Michigan. Among her many talents she was an editor, educator, lyricist, poet, lecturer, playwright, politician, radio broadcaster, and reporterall this activity while wife and mother. It was a moment of serendipity when I uncovered her rich, full life. My goal has been and will continue to be sharing the life and times of this amazing woman with others.