Abbie Graham

Who was Abbie Graham?

Abbie Graham was a successful non-fiction author in the United States. This was a significant time, with many changes occurring in the rights of Women in the United States.

Eleven of her books were published from 1923 through 1942 by the Woman's Press, New York. Her works covered many subjects, including spirituality, race relations, Girl's Camp activities, travel, Women's suffrage and she wrote the biography of Grace Hoadley Dodge, an important part of the women's suffrage movement. These books provide detailed and unique information regarding the struggles of women in America and those who struggled to redefine their rights. Several reprints, subsequent editions and copyright renewals were also done. Many of her books are currently available for sale online and many are held by various libraries. The Library of Congress of the United States holds several of her books. The Y.W.C.A. records held at Smith College and the University of Washington document her publications. Miss Graham graduated from Southwestern University in Texas in 1910 and received an honorary doctorate in Literature in 1940