(PRLeap.com) "Helen Walton Bishop: First Woman Off the Titanic! Her Story", a new book by Rachel Boland, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.Most history books remember Helen Walton Bishop simply as a wealthy survivor of the Titanic disaster. However, a new biographical work by local historian Rachel Boland reveals that Bishop's life was defined by far more than a single night at sea. "Helen Walton Bishop: First Woman off the Titanic!" explores the short, rebellious, and ultimately tragic life of a woman who refused to conform to the expectations of her era.
Far from the polished image of a socialite, Helen was known for her spirited nature and a penchant for embellishing her own adventures. Her story took a devastating turn just one year after the Titanic sinking when a severe car accident left her with permanent head trauma. Boland's research follows Helen through her final years, marked by a high-profile divorce, rumors of a secret romance, and her untimely death at the age of twenty-three.
Boland hopes readers will be fascinated by Helen's entire journey. Her childhood and her life before the disaster are just as compelling as her survival. She was a woman of her time who took a very different detour.
About the Author
Rachel Boland is a dedicated Michigan historian and archivist for the Sturgis Historical Museum. With over 45 years of experience in historical research, ranging from genealogy to Renaissance Faires, Boland has spent her career preserving the legacy of her hometown. A member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and several Michigan historical societies, Boland previously published her work on Helen Walton Bishop in the Historical Society of Michigan's Chronicle magazine. When she isn't cataloging artifacts or assisting local filmmakers with historical research, she enjoys photography, community theater, and spending time with her two dogs.
"Helen Walton Bishop: First Woman Off the Titanic! Her Story" is a 198-page paperback with a retail price of $18.00 (eBook $13.00). The ISBN is 979-8-89978-071-4. Published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For members of the press, to request a review copy or author interview, please visit https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/pages/media-requests or to buy the book, visit our online bookstore at https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/products/helen-walton-bishop-first-woman-off-the-titanic-her-story . For more information on publishing services, please visit https://www.dorrancepublishing.com/
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