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The Selected Papers of Margaret Sanger, Volume 4: Round the World for Birth Control, 1920-1966

The Selected Papers of Margaret Sanger, Volume 4 is a comprehensive compilation of the writings of Margaret Sanger, a prominent figure in the birth control movement. This fourth volume covers her extensive travels and efforts to promote birth control on an international scale, spanning from 1920 to 1966. It includes letters, speeches, and articles that reflect her dedication to reproductive rights and family planning. more

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Margaret Sanger
Margaret Sanger

Margaret Sanger was an American activist and founder of the birth control movement. Born on September 14, 1879, and dying on September 6, 1966, Sanger is renowned for her advocacy of reproductive rights and family planning, which was revolutionary at the time. more

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