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An essential history of African American women’s pursuit of political power―and how it transformed America
“Elegant and expansive.” ―New York Times
Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for History
Named a Best Book of the Year by Ms. • Time • Foreign Affairs • Smithsonian
In Vanguard, acclaimed historian Martha S. Jones offers a new history of African American women’s political lives in America. She recounts how they defied both racism and sexism to fight for the ballot, and how they wielded political power to secure the equality and dignity of all persons. From the earliest days of the republic to the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act and beyond, Jones excavates the lives and work of Black women―Maria Stewart, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, Fannie Lou Hamer, and more―who were the vanguard of women’s rights, calling on America to realize its best ideals.
Vanguard is essential reading for anyone who cares about the past and future of American democracy.
ASIN: 1541600258
VSKU: BVV.1541600258.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Jones, Martha S.
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
ASIN: 1541600258
VSKU: BVV.1541600258.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Jones, Martha S.
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.