About the Book:

Why is this rebellious heroine less famous than her glamorous sisters? Troublemaker is the remarkable story of Decca's life in pursuit of justice, in the Spanish Civil War and the Communist Party USA; her intrepid social reporting, and her relentless antics. Carla Kaplan celebrates a fierce intellect and powerful ally who brought joy to the struggle, unearthing fascinating details through interviews with the Mitford family, and exploring Decca's thousands of witty letters. From pioneer Dr Spock to Decca's best friend Maya Angelou, this Mitford sister's irreverent anti-authoritarianism deeply influenced American culture.

About the Author:

Carla Kaplan is an award-winning writer; the Davis Distinguished Professor of American Literature at Northeastern University; and a Guggenheim and 'Public Scholar' Fellow. She is the author of the New York Times Notable Books Miss Anne in Harlem and Zora Neale Hurston: A Life in Letters, among others.