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CBC Showcase: Celebrating National Women's History Month
by Ann Bausum
Award-winner Ann Bausum chronicles the story of the women's suffrage movement in America. Compelling photographs—including some never before published—and vivid narrative give today's kids an eyewitness look at the long battle that lasted from the mid-19th century to the passage of the suffrage amendment in 1920. Readers are introduced to the brave women who dedicated their lives to the movement and the sacrifices they made to achieve their political freedom. The book covers many events from this tumultuous period, including marches, demonstrations, and lobbying—as well as the backlash against the movement. Young girls will be inspired by the determination and inventiveness shown by women like Alice Paul during a time when both law and social custom were against them. The afterword discusses later developments, including efforts to pass an equal rights amendment. This momentous book is an important addition to any young person's bookshelf.
Ages 10 and up
ISBN: 0-7922-7647-7 (hardcover) 0-7922-6996-9 (library)
Price: $21.95 (hardcover); $32.90 (library)
Publisher: National Geographic Children's Books
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