Molly Brant - (Quest Biography) by Peggy Dymond Leavey (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Molly Brant, head of the Mohawk Matrons and chatelaine of a manor house in New York State, was at home in both Six Nations and white society. Because of her ability to influence native politics during the American Revolution, she won the respect of the Canadian Indian Department, becoming a vital link between her people and the British authorities.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Molly Brant, a Mohawk girl born into poverty in 1736, became the consort of Sir William Johnson, one of the wealthiest white men in 18th-century America. Suspected of being a spy for the British during the American Revolution, Molly was forced to flee with her children or face imprisonment. Because of her ability to influence the Mohawks, her assistance was needed at Fort Niagara, and she found refuge there.<br/><br/> A respected Mohawk matron, Molly became a vital link between her people and the Canadian Indian Department. Like her brother Joseph, she worked hard to keep five of the Six Nations on the side of the British throughout the war, believing the empty promises that all would be restored to them once the conflict ended. Although she was seen as fractious and demanding at times, her remarkable stamina and courage gained the respect of the highest levels of Canadian government.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>It's a thorough and detailed work that expands our knowledge about Molly Brant and her early background.-- "kingstonregion.com"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Peggy Dymond Leavey's previous books for young people are <i>Sky Lake Summer, The Deep End Gang</i>, <i>The Path Through the Trees</i>, and <i>Growing Up Ivy </i>. Her other titles in the Quest Biography series include <i>Mary Pickford</i> and <i>Laura Secord</i>, a finalist for the Speaker's Book Award in 2013. Peggy lives in Trenton, Ontario.
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