Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Radical For Women's Rights

"Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Radical for Women's Rights" is a compelling biography that delves into the life and ideology of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a pioneering leader in the nineteenth-century feminist movement. Authored by Lois W. Banner, this scholarly work, published on January 1, 1980, provides a nuanced exploration of Stanton's contributions as an orator, writer, and activist. Renowned for her role in organizing the groundbreaking 1848 Seneca Falls Convention and co-founding the radical woman's rights journal *Revolution* with Susan B. Anthony, Stanton's efforts were instrumental in shaping the woman's suffrage movement and advocating for broad societal reforms including temperance and abolition. The book draws on previously unpublished manuscripts, revealing intricate details about her personal challenges and relationships with contemporaries like Victoria Woodhull and Lucretia Mott. Ideal for middle-school readers, this biography not only highlights Stanton's relentless pursuit of gender equality but also encourages critical reflection on how her vision continues to influence contemporary social justice issues.