FAQ About Ida Tarbell
What was Ida Tarbell's early life like?
Ida Tarbell was born in Pennsylvania in 1857 to Esther Ann and Franklin Summer Tarbell. Her upbringing in the oil regions played a significant role in shaping her perspective on industrial practices. Educated at Allegheny College, she was one of the few women of her time to pursue higher education, graduating in 1880 and later becoming a teacher and writer.
