Author Mary Cronk Farrell

Author Mary Cronk Farrell I write about women whose courage has shaped our history. My work shines a light in shadowy forgotten corners, amplifies marginalized voices and empowers us all to work constructively for what we believe in.

The Real Warrior Princess of the Tang Dynasty

Published: Fri, 12/05/25

December 5, 2025Hello, Somehow, I missed the Disney movie about Mulan, a Chinese girl warrior, But I've heard it's good. Disguised as a man, Mulan…

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Published: Mon, 12/01/25

Updated: Tue, 12/02/25

December 1, 2025Hello, So sorry, sent an email to everyone that was supposed to go to Nancy. Until ne t week... Follow me on social media This…

Thank you!❤️

Published: Mon, 12/01/25

Updated: Tue, 12/02/25

You're amazing December 1, 2025Hello, Nancy!Thank you for becoming a paid subscriber! Over the years you have been such a wonderful support to me. I'm…

Long Story In Which I Confess My Struggle Boycotting Big Tech

Published: Fri, 11/28/25

Updated: Tue, 12/02/25

November 28, 2025Hello, Thinking of you this Thanksgiving and feeling grateful. 🥰 Alone at my computer every week, I write about people who inspire me…

1920s Queen of the Steering Wheel

Published: Fri, 11/21/25

November 21, 2025Hello, In 1920s Czechoslovakia, most roads were unpaved and few women drove cars. But Eliška Junková got her license at the urging of…

Widow's Anger Drove the Fight for Coal Mine Safety Law

Published: Fri, 11/14/25

Updated: Fri, 11/14/25

Every safety rule and regulation is written in blood... November 14, 2025Hello, Every safety rule and regulation is written in blood say labor…

October 17, 2025Hello, This week I heard a story about one day in the life of Catherine Leroy, a combat photographer in Vietnam. It will tell you more…

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