Woman of Substance

jorie butler kent is a name probably unfamiliar to many, but her legacy is rich and storied. A monograph and memoir written with her daughter, Reute Butler, puts her in historical context. She is from a prominent family whose contributions to the American and international experience are notable, as are her own career and interests.

“She was a woman of consummate style, an equestrian champion, an intrepid traveler, a savvy businesswoman, and a groundbreaking philanthropist,” states Suzanne Slesin, publisher at Pointed Leaf Press, which produced Jorie: The Extraordinary Life of Jorie Butler Kent, a unique illustrated volume about Kent and her many experiences and accomplishments.

The cover of Jorie: The Extraordinary Life of Jorie Butler Kent
(Courtesy of Pointed Leaf Press)

Kent’s family has a long history as successful paper producers in the early 20th century, as champions of polo in the United States, and as the founders of Butler Aviation. Her brother Michael shaped the culture as the producer of the groundbreaking musical Hair in the 1960s.

With her husband Geoffrey Kent, she made Abercrombie & Kent one of the premier luxury travel companies in the world, notably in Africa, the Middle East, and Antarctica. Kent has also been active in the preservation of wildlife and is a skilled photographer.

Kent’s life is inspirational, admirable, and unparalleled.

Jorie Butler Kent

Jorie is available for $95 at pointedleafpress.com.