The Woman Suffrage Movement in America


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This book tells the story of woman suffrage as one involving the diverse politics of women across the country.




Women of the Grange


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Recent scholarship suggests that farm women have characteristically tried to improve their societal positions by pursuing strategies of mutuality with men, rather than by forming relationships of sisterhood with each other. Nowhere is this premise more clearly illustrated than in the rituals and programs of the Grange, the secret fraternal organization established to serve farmers. In this work, Donald Marti examines the important roles that women have always played in the Grange, and explores the opportunities for sociability and cooperation that fostered sisterhood and encouraged women to pursue their own distinctive interests. Marti's book offers a careful and detailed analysis of women's roles in the Grange, and introduces readers to thoughtful, articulate farm women who have been virtually ignored in historical literature. His well-balanced study deflates some of the claims that have been made for the order's liberating influence, but at the same time takes that influence very seriously. Along the way, he traces the growth of women's roles from the promise of equality made by the Grange's founders, to the turn-of-the-century strides that made women some of the leading state and local officers. Although mainly focusing on the years up to 1920, the study also surveys more recent developments such as Grange women's continued interest in public reform, their narrowed focus on domestic crafts beginning in the 1950s, and the striking changes of the 1980s. This work represents an important new chapter in the historical discussion of the Grange, and will be a welcome publication for students of American history, women's studies, and agricultural history.




American Women's History


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What does American history look like with women at the center of the story? From Pocahantas to military women serving in the Iraqi war, this Very Short Introduction chronicles the contributions that women have made to the American experience from a multicultural perspective that emphasizes how gender shapes women's--and men's--lives.







Woman Suffrage and Politics


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"Every serious student of woman suffrage must take account of this vital contemporary document, which tells the story of the struggle for woman suffrage in America from the first woman's rights convention in 1848 to the passage of the Nineteenth Amendment in 1920. Originally published in 1923, it gives the inside story of this remarkable movement, told by two ardent suffragists: Carrie Chapman Catt (of whom the New York Times wrote, 'More than anyone else she turned Woman Suffrage from a dream into a fact') and Nettie Rogers Shuler. Writing from vivid recollection, the authors offer some of their own ideas about what caused the United States to be the twenty-seventh country to give the vote to women when she ought 'by rights' to have been the first"--Unedited summary from book cover.










VOTES FOR WOMEN: Complete History of the Women's Suffrage Movement in U.S. (Including Biographies & Memoirs of Most Influential Suffragettes)


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In 'VOTES FOR WOMEN: Complete History of the Women's Suffrage Movement in the U.S. (Including Biographies & Memoirs of Most Influential Suffragettes)', readers are presented with a meticulously curated anthology that spans a broad spectrum of literary styles, from impassioned speeches and enlightening biographies to riveting memoirs. This collection not only offers a comprehensive overview of the suffrage movement's landmarks but also underscores the diverse literary avenues through which these influential women advocated for change. It invites readers to explore the rich tapestry of narratives that underscore the significance of the movement, weaving together the personal with the political in a manner that is both educational and profoundly moving. The contributing authors and editors, battle-tested stalwarts of the womens suffrage movement such as Harriot Stanton Blatch, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Susan B. Anthony, come from varied backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspective to the collective fight for womens rights. Their works represent significant contributions to both feminist literature and the broader socio-political landscape, reflecting the multifaceted nature of the movement itself. This anthology not only charts the historical and cultural milestones of women's suffrage but also aligns with broader literary movements that champion social justice, equity, and reform. 'VOTES FOR WOMEN' is an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in the intersections of literature, history, and womens rights. This anthology offers a unique opportunity to engage with the voices that shaped one of the most defining movements in American history. It is not merely a book but a journey through the heart of the suffrage movement, inviting readers to ponder the sacrifices made and the victories gained in the quest for equality. Its educational value is immense, providing insights that are as relevant today as they were over a century ago, and fostering a dialogue between past and present struggles for gender equality.




The Gilded Age


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The Complete History of the Women's Suffrage Movement in U.S.


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DigiCat presents to you this meticulously edited Suffrage Movement collection. The history of suffrage movements is produced by women's suffrage leaders: the Great Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Matilda Joslyn Gage & Ida Husted Harper. It presents the complete history of the women's suffrage movement, primarily in the United States. This edition presents the major source for primary documentation about the women's suffrage movement from its beginnings through the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which enfranchised women in the U.S. in 1920. In addition to the remarkable history this collection is enriched with the biographies of the most influential figures of American movement for women's suffrage: Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Anna Howard Shaw, Jane Addams, Lucy Stone, Carrie Chapman Catt and Alice Paul.