Are Women People? A Book of Rhymes for Suffrage Times
Challenging Norms and Advocating Equality: A Feminist Rhyme CollectionBy Alice Duer Miller
Length29m
About this audiobook
In "Are Women People? A Book of Rhymes for Suffrage Times," Alice Duer Miller masterfully blends sharp wit and lyrical charm to illuminate the pressing issues of women's suffrage in the early 20th century. This collection of poems employs playful rhymes and satirical verses to challenge societal norms and question the prevailing attitudes that marginalized women. Miller'Äôs work reflects the literary context of the Progressive Era, a time when feminist ideology began to gain traction, and her contributions resonate with the fight for social justice and equality that defines this period. Alice Duer Miller was a prominent feminist, poet, and novelist, an influential figure who used her literary talents not only for artistic expression but also as a tool for advocacy. Her own experiences within a society that relegated women to the sidelines fueled her determination to address gender inequality head-on. A suffragist herself, her passionate engagement in the movement translated into poignant and accessible language that resonates with audiences, making her work both timely and timeless. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of literature and social change, as it not only celebrates the fight for women's rights but also exemplifies the power of poetry to inspire activism. Whether you are a scholar of gender studies or simply someone who cherishes impactful writing, Miller's verses will provoke thought and stir the spirit.
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Rating★★★★ 4.3 (267)
Includes Goodreads
GenrePoetry
Length29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A Sex Difference
15Beware!
2Advice to Heroines
16Male Philosophy
3Mutual Vows
17From a Man's Point of View
4If They Meant All They Said
18Glory
5Democracy
19Dependence
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6Feminism
20Playthings
7The Warning
21Militants
8Evolution
22A Lady's Choice
9Intercepted
23The Ballad of Lost Causes
10The Universal Answer
24Thoughts at an Anti Meeting
11Candor
25A MASQUE OF TEACHERS
12What Every Woman Must Not Say
26The Ideal Candidates
13Chivalry
27The Unconscious Suffragists
14Women
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