Julia Ward Howe - Couverture rigide

Maud Howe Elliott; Florence Howe Hall; Laura E. Richards

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 9357409041 ISBN 13 : 9789357409049

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2023

Synopsis

The book tells the story of Julia Ward Howe, an American writer, activist, and suffragist best known for writing "The Battle Hymn of the Republic." The biography covers Howe's life from her childhood in New York City to her rise as a prominent figure in the women's rights movement. It also discusses her marriage to Samuel Gridley Howe, an abolitionist and founder of the Perkins School for the Blind, and her involvement in the antislavery movement. The authors also delve into Howe's literary achievements, including her poetry, essays, and biographies. They also explore her work as a lecturer and organizer, highlighting her role in the founding of the New England Women's Club and the American Association for the Advancement of Women. Overall, "Julia Ward Howe" is an essential work for anyone interested in American history, women's history, and the suffrage movement. It offers a comprehensive portrait of a remarkable woman who made significant contributions to American culture and society, and sheds light on the challenges and obstacles faced by women in the 19th century.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9357409041
• ISBN 13: 9789357409049
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 460
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible