A Short History of Women's Rights: From the Days of Augustus to the Present Time; With Special Reference to England and the United States (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Eugene A. Hecker

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0364025921 ISBN 13: 9780364025925

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Trace the long path of women's rights from ancient times to the modern era and see how laws, society, and activism shaped the move toward equality.

This focused history highlights the legal battles and public debates that have driven change in England and the United States. It blends case law with vivid examples of women’s experiences, showing how reformers challenged inherited norms while reflecting the times they lived in. The book aims to make complex legal developments clear and relevant to readers today.

• Discover the key legal milestones that expanded or restricted women’s rights across eras and regions.
• Meet influential reformers and their strategies, from peaceful advocacy to more militant approaches.
• See how public opinion, religion, and politics interacted to shape women’s status in society.
• Explore the sources and debates that historians use to understand this evolving history.

Ideal for readers seeking a clear, concise overview of the struggle for women’s rights and its legal roots.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0364025921
• ISBN 13: 9780364025925
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 338