I, Claudia: The Life of Claudia Lauper Bushman in Her Own Words
is a captivating autobiography of a remarkable woman, Latter-day Saint, and scholar. Through a series of vivid anecdotes and reflective essays, Claudia shares her journey from her childhood in California, through her family life, and to her academic pursuits and professional achievements. Her narrative, infused with humor, warmth, and a deep commitment to her community, provides a window into the daily life and challenges of a Mormon woman in the twentieth century outside the Mormon corridor of the Rocky Mountains.
Claudia's autobiography is, however, more than a personal memoir; it is a testament to the power of storytelling and exemplifies her work with the Claremont Mormon Women's Oral History Project, which she established to capture the diverse and rich lives of Latter-day Saint women.
I, Claudia
thus stands as both an inspiring personal journey and a powerful call to action for the preservation of women's histories.