19th amendment

"A . . . collection showcasing the trailblazing individuals who fought for women's suffrage, honoring the Nineteenth Amendment's centennial anniversary. [This book] . . . maps the road to the Nineteenth Amendment through compact, readable biographies of nineteen women who helped pave the way. From early feminist activist Lucretia Mott to radical twentieth century suffragist Alice Paul, this . . . collection profiles both iconic figures like Sojourner Truth and those who may be less well-known, like Mary Ann Shadd Cary"--Provided by publisher.

"A history of the women's movement and the fight to ratify the 19th Amendment-giving women the right to vote in 1920"--Provided by publisher.

"A history of the women's movement and the fight to ratify the 19th Amendment-giving women the right to vote in 1920"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an accessible overview of the history, context, and outcomes of the Women's Suffrage Movement in the United States.

Through primary sources, readers learn about the fight for women's suffrage in the United States, culminating with the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1920.

"Introduce[s] young readers to the fight for equal voting rights and the value of primary sources ... The [19th] amendment itself is cited in full, while brief passages from other primary sources illuminate the long struggle for the franchise. Historical photographs offer yet another opportunity for learning from primary sources. Chapters on women's rights today and the fight for women's suffrage around the world offer a broader context for understanding the subject"--Provided by publisher.