Hannah Schmidl

She Calls Herself Betsey Stockton

History & Biography

“Escher presents an in-depth biography of a remarkable woman of color. She Calls Herself Betsey Stockton presents Stockton’s life as it was: complex and unique. . . . Escher’s work brings Stockton and her world to life, taking care to highlight Stockton’s agency in making many of her own choices about her future. . . . Escher’s biography ensures that Stockton’s story is available for all to read and reflect on Stockton’s life and lasting legacy.”