20 Under 20: History Remembers Flints Youth

A deep-sea diver, a dancer, an activist, an aviator, a singer, and a soldier—Great Girls in Michigan History highlights 20 girls from Michigan’s past who did amazing things before they turned 20 years old. Author Patricia Majher presents easy-to-read mini-biographies of these girls who present a variety of cultures, areas of the state, and historical time periods. Published by Wayne State University Press.
Bold Boys in Michigan History—a companion to Great Girls in Michigan History—explores the stories of 20 boys who did some amazing things before they turned 20 years old. Author Patricia Majher offers young readers easy-to-read mini-biographies about both highly acclaimed and lesser-known Michiganders, all of whom led remarkable lives that will intrigue and inspire. Published by Wayne State University Press.
Patricia discusses with us her books mini-biographies contained in her books including three from Flint, Michigan; Sara Emma Edmonds, Michael Moore and Jim Abbott.  Her books Great Girls and Bold Boys are designed for children but are informative and entertaining for people of all ages.
Patricia Majher is also the author of two other books including "Ladies of the Lights: Michigan Women in the U.S. Lighthouse Service" and "100 Things to Do in Ann Arbor Before You Die." Her book Great Girls was a 2015 Michigan Notable Book winner.  
Patricia is a museum professional who has held marketing, curatorial, and collections positions at institutions as wide-ranging as The Henry Ford and Mackinac State Historic Parks to the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame. She is currently employed as director for the Hamburg Township Historical Museum. Prior to this position, Majher served for 7 years as editor of Michigan History magazine. 

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