A Woman Rice Planter (Classic Reprint): Patience Pennington: Patience Pennington (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A vivid, real-life portrait of a determined woman-led enterprise in the Rice Belt. The book presents Patience Pennington’s story as she manages two large plantations in South Carolina, facing weather, labor, and market challenges with practical skill and steadfast resolve.

Through a plainly told narrative, the reader encounters a frontier of plantation life shaped by endurance, resourcefulness, and a humane approach to duty. The tale highlights a resilient woman who guides operations, negotiates tough obstacles, and remains thoughtful about the people who work for her, all while seeking a life of purpose beyond mere profit.

• Experience a firsthand account of plantation management in a historical Southern setting.


• See how leadership, persistence, and practical know-how shape everyday work and outcomes.


• Observe reflections on race, labor, and community voiced with tenderness and candor.


• Understand the personal costs and rewards of pioneering agricultural ventures during a time of upheaval.

Ideal for readers interested in women’s history, Southern history, and early American agriculture, especially those who value courage, practicality, and human insight in nonfiction.

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