Adventures of an Alaskan Woman Biologist

Margaret F. Merritt, Ph.D. is a scientist, author, public speaker and outdoorswoman. She attended the University of California, Utah State University, and earned a Ph.D. from the University of Alaska. After decades writing and publishing in the scientific literature, she has recently focused her research and writing on historical biographies. She lives in Alaska. "I like to bring forward stories of seemingly ordinary people who, like most of us, have flaws yet show remarkable characteristics that inspire us. I write to entertain, educate, and encourage the reader's thoughtful reflection on past issues that remain relevant today."