A Woman in Steel Rebecca Lukens

""A Woman in Steel: Rebecca Lukens"" by Robert W. Wolcott is a biography of an extraordinary woman who defied gender norms and made a name for herself in the male-dominated steel industry of the 19th century. Rebecca Lukens was born in 1794 in Pennsylvania and inherited her family's ironworks at the age of 31 after her husband's death. Despite facing numerous obstacles and challenges, she successfully managed the business and expanded it to become one of the largest steel producers in the country. Lukens was not only a successful businesswoman, but also a philanthropist and advocate for women's rights. This book provides a fascinating insight into the life and achievements of a remarkable woman who paved the way for future generations of women in the steel industry.Delivered At A Newcomen Dinner In New York.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.