Jailed for Freedom: American Women Win the Vote
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1995
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1910s
1995
Adult
14+ years
Jailed for Freedom: American Women Win the Vote by Doris Stevens details the experiences of individuals involved in the women's suffrage movement in America, focusing on their struggles and perseverance for voting rights. It highlights the activism, protests, and imprisonment of these women, emphasizing their dedication to achieving gender equality in the democratic process.
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Jailed for Freedom: American Women Win the Vote by Doris Stevens is praised for its vivid account of the women's suffrage movement, highlighting the resilience and bravery of activists. The book's detailed narrative and primary sources captivate readers, though its focus on specific leaders may overlook broader contributions. An essential read for history enthusiasts.
A reader interested in Jailed for Freedom: American Women Win the Vote by Doris Stevens likely values women's history and social justice. Fans of books like The Women's Suffrage Movement by Sally Roesch Wagner and No Constitutional Right to Be Ladies by Linda K. Kerber may also appreciate its vivid, firsthand accounts of the suffrage movement.
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224
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1910s
1995
Adult
14+ years
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