Alice Stone Blackwell – författare

Alice Stone Blackwell, editor of the ""Woman's Journal"", published this biography of her mother, Lucy Stone, in 1930, a decade after the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment. This reprint offers a plainspoken document of an important era in women's history.

Lucy Stone was a prominent U.S. orator, abolitionist, suffragist, and a vocal advocate and organizer promoting rights for women. In 1847, Stone became the first woman from Massachusetts to earn a college degree. She spoke out for women''s rights and against slavery at a time when women were discouraged and prevented from public speaking. Stone was known for using her birth name after marriage, the custom at the time being for women to take their husband''s surname. Stone assisted in establishing the Woman''s National Loyal League to help pass the Thirteenth Amendment and thereby abolish slavery, after which she helped form the American Woman Suffrage Association (AWSA), which built support for a woman suffrage Constitutional amendment by winning woman suffrage at the state and local levels.

Alice Stone Blackwell''s "The Life of Lucy Stone" is a meticulously researched biography that provides readers with a comprehensive look into the life and legacy of one of the leading figures in the American women''s rights movement. Blackwell''s writing style is both engaging and informative, offering a detailed account of Stone''s early life, her advocacy for women''s suffrage, and her pioneering efforts in the abolitionist movement. The book captures the essence of the 19th-century literary style, providing readers with a glimpse into the social and political context of the time. Blackwell''s meticulous attention to detail and her deep understanding of the subject matter make this biography a valuable resource for anyone interested in women''s history. Alice Stone Blackwell, herself a prominent feminist and daughter of suffragist Lucy Stone, brings a unique perspective to the life story of her mother. Her personal connection to the subject matter shines through in the book, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. I highly recommend "The Life of Lucy Stone" to readers who are passionate about women''s history, social justice, and the ongoing fight for equality.