Grace & Grit: Motorcycle Dispatches

Circa 1915 a number of daring women adventurers pursued their dreams of travel and exploration. By car, plane and motorcycle they did what few others dared, and accomplished remarkable feats worthy of fascinating storytelling more than a century later. They accomplished their feats in a world very different than our paved and pampered world of today. Large parts of the planet were still unexplored. Roads were mud, not concrete, and much of America was undeveloped and only lightly explored. The remarkable women chronicled in this book made history by doing what few others had ever done, or dared to consider.

This book is the first to tell the stories of several women in the detail and context necessary to truly appreciate their courageous deeds. No exaggeration is needed. Embellishments only detracts from the fascinating truth that stands on its own, with no help needed by stretching the facts. These women truly had grace and grit.

Excellent 4.5 Stars rating in Amazon reviews.

Typical Review:

"Well researched and well written. If you ever wondered what America was like before there were highways and interstates, this is the book to read. William Murphy reveals a lesser known part of American history through the adventures of courageous women motorcyclists who dared to follow their dreams. I loved the book so much I bought a copy for my granddaughter."