A lecture by Victoria Claflin Woodhull

A lecture by Victoria Claflin Woodhull

The review of a century; or, the fruit of five thousand yearsBy Victoria C. Woodhull
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In "A Lecture by Victoria Claflin Woodhull," the pioneering orator and political activist articulates her visionary ideas on gender equality, women's rights, and social reform during the late 19th century. Woodhull employs a compelling rhetorical style that blends persuasive discourse with emotional appeal, aiming to resonate with both the intellectual elite and the common citizen. The context of her lecture emerges from an era of intense social upheaval and burgeoning feminist movements, which Woodhull directly engages, challenging the prevailing patriarchal norms and advocating for women's suffrage and economic independence. Victoria C. Woodhull was not only a trailblazer in the suffrage movement but also the first woman to run for President of the United States in 1872. Her progressive upbringing and experiences as a spiritualist, stockbroker, and activist instilled in her a deep commitment to advocating for marginalized voices. Her work reflects the struggles and aspirations of women in her time, offering a unique insight into the intersection between gender and politics. This lecture is indispensable for readers interested in the foundations of feminist ideology and social justice. Woodhull's unapologetic stance and eloquent articulation of her vision provide both inspiration and a historical lens through which to understand current dialogues on equality. Scholars, activists, and anyone passionate about the evolution of women's rights will find rich fodder in Woodhull's pioneering thoughts.

Audiobook details

GenrePsychology
Length1 hr 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 8, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1A LECTURE
18SOCIAL EXPERIMENTS.
2THE EARLY FATHERS.
19OUR NATIONAL DEBT.
3OUR COMMERCIAL GREATNESS.
20INDUSTRY OVER-BURDENED.
4WHAT ARE OUR CENTENNIAL FRUITS?
21WHAT LABOUR WILL SAY.
5WHO ARE CITIZENS?
22THE SILVER QUESTION.
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6THE PRINCIPLES OF OUR GOVERNMENT.
23IS CASTE A NECESSITY?
7OUR COPYING OF ENGLAND.
24MONEY THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL.
8OUR LACK OF GREAT STATESMEN.
25THE PRIVATE BANKING SYSTEM.
9GREAT MINDS THE FOUNTAIN OF ALL GOOD.
26WHY DO THE PEOPLE PAY INTEREST?
10THE POWER OF ELOQUENCE.
27A PLEA FOR JUSTICE.
11LESSONS FROM ROMAN HISTORY.
28THE RAILROAD SYSTEM.
12LYCURGUS AND BONAPARTE.
29THE FEAR OF COMMUNISM.
13NEED OF A NEW CODE OF LAWS.
30THE ELEMENTS OF OUR POPULATION.
14MUST WE HAVE A REVOLUTION?
31WHAT SHOULD BE DONE?
15A WORD TO NON-PRODUCERS.
32A LAW-GIVER NEEDED.
16SOME TELLING FIGURES.
33WORDS TO WOMEN.
17THE ROOT OF THE TROUBLE.
34NOTES.

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