Ladies For Liberty: Women Who Made a Difference in American History - Couverture souple

Blundell, John

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ISBN 10 : 0875868649 ISBN 13 : 9780875868646

Editeur : Algora Publishing, 2011

Synopsis

Ladies for Liberty: Women Who Made a Difference in American History by John Blundell offers a vivid and inspiring portrait of over 20 American women whose courage and conviction helped shape the nation’s political and social fabric. Moving beyond the usual focus on the Founding Fathers, Blundell highlights women—both black and white—who championed liberty, self-determination, and individual freedom across America’s history.

This collection spans from colonial times through the 20th century, featuring figures as varied as Anne Hutchinson, a religious dissenter who challenged early colonial orthodoxy; Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross; Alice Paul, a suffragist who fought tirelessly for women’s right to vote; Rosa Parks, whose refusal to give up her bus seat helped ignite the Civil Rights Movement; and Mildred Loving, whose Supreme Court case struck down bans on interracial marriage.

Blundell’s selection focuses on women who identified with Conservative and Libertarian values—women who believed that individuals should be free to pursue their own ends without undue government interference. Among them are frontier novelists who gave voice to the pioneer spirit, inventors who created life insurance for women, and even a tax collector who took on the IRS.

The book challenges the myth that women universally desire big government, instead portraying them as advocates for liberty and personal responsibility. Their stories reveal a legacy of leadership, resilience, and innovation that shaped America’s political and cultural landscape. Whether fighting for abolition, breaking professional barriers, or influencing the colonial breakaway from Great Britain, these women’s lives demonstrate that female voices have been essential—and transformative—throughout American history.

Ladies for Liberty is designed for high school students, history enthusiasts, and readers interested in American history, Women’s Studies, or Conservative and Libertarian politics. It serves not only as an educational resource but also as a source of inspiration, reminding us that liberty is a collective endeavor enriched by the determination and courage of those who dare to lead.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

With this collection of biographies, the author seeks to inform and inspire readers. We read so much about the Founding Fathers, but far less material has been made available to introduce the ladies, smart and strong in their own right, who have helped to form the political as well as the social universe that we are proud to call America. His selection focuses on women of Conservative/ Libertarian views, whether they were active in politics, business owners, writers or other cultural figures. Black as well as white, these women were revolutionary, some directly influencing the colonial breakaway from great Britain, some fighting for Abolition, others breaking new ground professionally. Each one not only made women’s voices heard but made it clear that women have something to say that is both valid and valuable. This book is intended for American and British readers alike, high school and above, and all who are interested in American history, Conservative/ Libertarian politics, or Women's Studies.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Algora Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0875868649
• ISBN 13: 9780875868646
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 252
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible