An American Girl is the fascinating tale of Pleasant Rowland, the trailblazing founder who disrupted the toy industry with her line of dolls defined by their high-quality craftsmanship and rich, educational backstories. Author Amanda FitzSimons, a Brooklyn-based writer and editor who spent a decade on staff at numerous magazines including Teen Vogue and Elle, takes readers inside Rowland's meticulous creative process and the far-reaching legacy of her creation.
