Patris

Patris is a moving memoir by Florence Ellinwood Allen, the first female judge to sit on any United States federal court. In it, she recounts her childhood in a small Ohio town, her education, and her pioneering work in the legal field. This inspirational book is a testament to Allen's determination and the power of perseverance.

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