Elise Baker

Blazing the Way

Match Girls, Mill Girls and Other Fiery Females Whose Strikes Sparked a Revolution in Women's Rights

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey through the untold stories of remarkable women leaders who defied societal norms and ignited a movement for women's rights? These women and girls came from the most disadvantaged groups in society yet defied the most powerful captains of industry. It's time to reclaim their narratives and celebrate their achievements. Within these pages, you will delve into the lives of extraordinary activists who fearlessly fought for the rights of women in the workforce, from the Industrial Revolution to the Progressive Era, forever changing the course of history. Step into the shoes of the Match Girls, the Mill Girls, and countless other fiery females. Through their triumphs and setbacks, you will gain profound insights into the heartrending realities these brave women encountered on their path to liberation. Inside Blazing the Way, you will: Uncover the untold stories of courageous women who dared to challenge the status quo. Understand the historical context surrounding their labor strikes and their profound impact on women's rights. Gain a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices and determination exhibited by these unsung heroines. Draw inspiration from their indomitable spirit and channel it into your own journey toward empowerment. Recognize the lasting influence of these women's movements and their significance in shaping the world we live in today. Discover the true stories of spirited female activists whose strikes sparked a revolution in women's rights, driving change and fostering equality in the modern era. By celebrating the achievements of these remarkable women, Blazing the Way ignites the fire within you to challenge norms, break barriers, and be a catalyst for progress. Grab your copy today and ignite your own journey toward empowerment!

---

Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Elise Baker
• Seitenzahl: 156
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Oktober 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 176g
• ISBN-13: 9798223423287
• Artikelnr.: 69201831

Autorenporträt

Elise Baker has a lifelong interest in women's history and feminism. She holds an Honors degree and a Postgraduate Diploma that led to a career as a librarian, archivist, and eventually an editor for television. She loves traveling to different countries and experiencing diverse cultures. When she's not reading or writing, she enjoys walking with her dog along the beach and seeing plays at the theater with family and friends.Elise's maternal family, from the borderlands of the Czech Republic, became refugees with no country to belong to after the Second World War and dispersed all over the world. She grew up listening to her grandmother's recollections of this time and believes that understanding and learning from the bravery of ordinary women is essential in shaping the future.Her passion is excavating the past to unearth the stories of women whose remarkable feats and accomplishments have been buried and forgotten because of their gender. Her sincere hope is that they can fuel and inspire women of today to face adversity and discrimination with courage. She enjoys bringing to light stories that celebrate history beyond the usual narratives.In learning about the achievements of these remarkable women, we address the serious shortage of women in documented history. There are countless women leaders whose contributions have been forgotten. Often, they put their lives on the line, knowing that their efforts would likely go unrecognized. Their stories offer a more balanced perspective on history. May they serve as inspiration to women to continue to make a difference and occupy important spaces.To see more books in the Brave Women in History and the Brave Women Who Changed the Course of WWII series, please visit: www.ReadEliseBaker.com