“When women can support themselves, have entry to all the trades and professions, with a house of their own over their heads and a bank account, they will own their bodies and be dictators in the social realm.”
Quote by Elizabeth Cady Stanton
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Elizabeth Cady Stanton as Revealed in Her Letters, Diary and Reminiscences
This volume compiles letters, diary entries, and reminiscences by Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a leading figure in the early women's suffrage movement in the United States. The materials provide a firsthand perspective on her personal experiences, intellectual development, and activism, including her work on the Declaration of Sentiments and her collaborations with other reformers. The book serves as a primary source for understanding Stanton's views on gender equality, social reform, and her role in the broader struggle for women's rights. more
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Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Elizabeth Cady Stanton, born on November 12, 1815, and died on October 26, 1902, was a pioneering American activist for women's rights. She was a key figure in the women's rights movement, known for her dedication to the fight for women's suffrage and gender equality. more
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