The Illustrated Feminist: 100 Years of Suffrage, Strength, and Sisterhood in America
Publishing Details
The Illustrated Feminist: 100 Years of Suffrage, Strength, and Sisterhood in America
By (Author) Aura Lewis
Abrams
Abrams Image
25th February 2020
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Political activism / Political engagement
Gender studies: women and girls
305.40973
Physical Properties
224
Width 184mm, Height 236mm, Spine 29mm
840g
Description
A beautifully illustrated history celebrating the achievements of American women from 1920 to present day The year 2020 will mark the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote in America, and what better way to commemorate the 19th Amendment than with a gorgeously illustrated handbook that explores a century's worth of feminism Each chapter illustrates 10 landmark moments in each decade from 1920 to 2020. Featuring iconic events and the trailblazing women who made them happen, from Amelia Earhart to Shirley Chisholm, The Illustrated Feminist will inspire both dedicated feminists and burgeoning activists to continue the fight for women's rights. Aura Lewis's powerful artwork coupled with her well-researched and accessible text make this book an ideal gift for anyone looking to celebrate groundbreaking women and their colorful history.
Author Bio
Aura Lewis is an author/illustrator based in New York City. She has an MFA in illustration from the School of Visual Arts. Lewiss debut picture book, Glorias Voice, was published in 2018 and tells the story of feminist icon Gloria Steinem.
