The Pinks: The First Women Detectives, Operatives, and Spies with the Pinkerton National Detective Agency
The Pinks: The First Women Detectives, Operatives, and Spies with the Pinkerton National Detective Agency
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017184
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 19th century
2017
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Pinks: The First Women Detectives, Operatives, and Spies with the Pinkerton National Detective Agency by Chris Enss recounts the stories of pioneering women who broke gender barriers as detectives and spies for the Pinkerton National Detective Agency. The book highlights their courage and contributions to law enforcement during a pivotal time in American history.
Inspirational
Adventurous
Mysterious
Informative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Chris Enss's The Pinks unearths the compelling, lesser-known tales of women in the Pinkerton Agency. Praised for spotlighting trailblazing female detectives, the narrative shines with rich historical detail. Some critique it for a lack of depth in character development, but overall, it's a valuable tribute to women's contributions to law enforcement history.
Who Should Read The Pinks: The First Women Detectives, Operatives, and Spies with the Pinkerton National Detective Agency?
Readers interested in The Pinks by Chris Enss likely enjoy historical narratives featuring pioneering women. Fans of books like The Woman Who Smashed Codes by Jason Fagone or Radium Girls by Kate Moore will appreciate the exploration of early women's roles in espionage and law enforcement with Pinkerton's agency.
600 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
184
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 19th century
2017
Adult
16-18 years
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