Publisher's Synopsis
Woman Suffrage: History, Arguments, and Results is a book written by Frances Manley Bjorkman in 1917. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the women's suffrage movement in the United States, detailing the arguments for and against women's right to vote, and the results of the movement up to that point in time. The book begins with an overview of the early history of the suffrage movement, including the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848 and the subsequent efforts of suffragists to gain the vote at the state level. It then delves into the arguments made by both suffragists and their opponents, examining the various social, political, and economic factors that influenced the debate. Bjorkman also discusses the various tactics employed by suffragists, including protests, lobbying, and legal challenges, as well as the role of key figures such as Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the results of the suffrage movement up to that point, including the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1920.Overall, Woman Suffrage: History, Arguments, and Results is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the women's suffrage movement in the United States, providing a thorough and informative account of this important chapter in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
