Friends and Sisters: Letters between Lucy Stone and Antoinette Brown Blackwell, 1846-93 (Women in American History)

Dive into the intimate and revolutionary world of "Friends and Sisters: Letters between Lucy Stone and Antoinette Brown Blackwell, 1846-93," a collection that reveals the powerful exchange of ideas and ideals between two pioneering women in American history. Published in 1987, this book spans nearly five decades of correspondence between Lucy Stone, a staunch advocate for women's rights and abolition, and Antoinette Brown Blackwell, the first woman ordained in the U.S. Protestant ministry and a relentless explorer of feminist thought. From their early days at Oberlin College through their evolving roles as professionals and family women, these letters traverse the landscapes of abolition, suffrage, and religious freedom, offering a firsthand look into the struggles and triumphs faced by women stepping into new public and personal territories. Middle school readers will find inspiration in the resilience and foresight of these women, making it a crucial addition to discussions on gender equality, racial justice, and religious freedom. How will the voices of the past shape your understanding of justice today?