Margaret Sanger: an autobiography
A Journey for Change: The Inspiring Story of Women's Reproductive RightsBy Margaret Sanger
Length20h 54m
About this audiobook
In "Margaret Sanger: An Autobiography," Sanger presents a riveting account of her life, intricately weaving personal narrative with the broader movements of social reform and women's rights. Written in a candid and engaging style, the autobiography reflects her tireless advocacy for birth control and reproductive freedom during a time when discussing such topics was taboo. Sanger's insightful reflections illuminate the struggles she faced as a pioneering figure in the early 20th century, offering a contextual backdrop that highlights the societal constraints imposed on women and the transformational impact of her work in shaping public discourse on family planning. Margaret Sanger, a trained nurse and passionate activist, dedicated her life to empowering women through reproductive choice. Influenced by her own experiences with motherhood and the health challenges of women in her family, Sanger was determined to challenge the prevailing moral and legal frameworks that restricted women's autonomy. Her interactions with prominent social reformers and exposure to the eugenics movement also informed her advocacy, allowing her to navigate complex ethical terrains in her pursuit of a more liberated society. This autobiography is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of women's rights, public health, and social activism. Sanger'Äôs forthright narrative provides an invaluable perspective on the milestones and obstacles faced by the birth control movement, making it a powerful testament to resilience and change. Readers will find inspiration in Sanger's unwavering resolve as they explore the foundational ideas that continue to resonate in contemporary discussions about reproductive rights.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length20 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 22, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter One FROM WHICH I SPRING
21Chapter Twenty-one THUS TO REVISIT
2Chapter Two BLIND GERM OF DAYS TO BE
22Chapter Twenty-two DO YE HEAR THE CHILDREN WEEPING?
3Chapter Three BOOKS ARE THE COMPASSES
23Chapter Twenty-three IN TIME WE ONLY CAN BEGIN
4Chapter Four DARKNESS THERE AND NOTHING MORE
24Chapter Twenty-four LAWS WERE LIKE COBWEBS
5Chapter Five CORALS TO CUT LIFE UPON
25Chapter Twenty-five ALIEN STARS ARISE
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6Chapter Six FANATICS OF THEIR PURE IDEALS
26Chapter Twenty-six THE EAST IS BLOSSOMING
7Chapter Seven THE TURBID EBB AND FLOW OF MISERY
27Chapter Twenty-seven ANCIENTS OF THE EARTH
8Chapter Eight I HAVE PROMISES TO KEEP
28Chapter Twenty-eight THE WORLD IS MUCH THE SAME EVERYWHERE
9Chapter Nine THE WOMAN REBEL
29Chapter Twenty-nine WHILE THE DOCTORS CONSULT
10Chapter Ten WE SPEAK THE SAME GOOD TONGUE
30Chapter Thirty NOW IS THE TIME FOR CONVERSE
11Chapter Eleven HAVELOCK ELLIS
31Chapter Thirty-one GREAT HEIGHTS ARE HAZARDOUS
12Chapter Twelve STORK OVER HOLLAND
32Chapter Thirty-two CHANGE IS HOPEFULLY BEGUN
13Chapter Thirteen THE PEASANTS ARE KINGS
33Chapter Thirty-three OLD FATHER ANTIC, THE LAW
14Chapter Fourteen O, TO BE IN ENGLAND
34Chapter Thirty-four SENATORS, BE NOT AFFRIGHTED
15Chapter Fifteen HIGH HANGS THE GAUNTLET
35Chapter Thirty-five A PAST WHICH IS GONE FOREVER
16Chapter Sixteen HEAR ME FOR MY CAUSE
36Chapter Thirty-six FAITH IS A FINE INVENTION
17Chapter Seventeen FAITH I HAVE BEEN A TRUANT IN THE LAW
37Chapter Thirty-seven WHO CAN TAKE A DREAM FOR TRUTH?
18Chapter Eighteen LEAN HUNGER AND GREEN THIRST
38Chapter Thirty-eight DEPTH BUT NOT TUMULT
19Chapter Nineteen THIS PRISON WHERE I LIVE
39Chapter Thirty-nine SLOW GROWS THE SPLENDID PATTERN
20Chapter Twenty A STOUT HEART TO A STEEP HILL
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