A Life Worth Remembering

The Raw Beginnings of the Women's Suffrage Movement in Texas.

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• Beth Banning

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• 160 Seiten
• 6 Lesestunden

• Biografien & Memoiren
• Politikwissenschaft

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The narrative explores the early women's movement in Texas through the life of Aunt Billie, who emerged in 1896 as a fierce advocate for women's rights and suffrage. Despite her lack of fame, her intelligence and courage challenged societal norms of the time. Billie's profound influence on Austin politics and Texas womanhood is highlighted, alongside her deep devotion to family, particularly her mother. The story delves into her personal sacrifices and the heartache from her relationship with Stanley, illustrating the complexities of love and commitment in her life.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Einband: Hardcover