Belva Lockwood: The Woman Who Would Be President

In the illuminating biography "Belva Lockwood: The Woman Who Would Be President," author Jill Norgren brings to life the formidable and pioneering spirit of Belva Lockwood, a woman whose contributions to gender equality, racial justice, and voting rights resonate powerfully today. Born into modest beginnings in 1830, Lockwood transformed personal tragedy into a catalyst for societal change, becoming one of the first female attorneys in the U.S. and the first woman to argue before the Supreme Court. Her audacity didn't stop at the courtroom; Lockwood ran for President in 1884 and again in 1888, challenging conventional views of women's roles in politics. With a foreword by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, this biography, published on March 1, 2007, is meticulously researched and beautifully narrated, ensuring Lockwood's achievements are recognized and celebrated. Ideal for adult education, this book not only recounts history but inspires a reflection on the ongoing struggles for equality and justice.