The Lost Diaries of Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Step back in time to Johnstown, New York, 1823, in "The Lost Diaries of Elizabeth Cady Stanton," where the young Elizabeth Cady emerges as a pioneering force in the fight for gender equality, racial justice, and religious freedom. Amid the societal norms that all but silence women and the contentious backdrop of slavery in America, Elizabeth's audacious challenges to these injustices mark the beginnings of a remarkable journey. Despite facing personal turmoil, including her father's disapproval and her sister's husband's untoward affections, Elizabeth’s fierce intellect and passion lead her to pen her thoughts and struggles in private diaries. The potential exposure of these intimate revelations threatens to undermine her burgeoning reputation, propelling her to tear out the most compromising pages. Thought to be lost, the existence of these pages weaves a tantalizing mystery through the narrative. Published in 2016, this book is perfect for high school readers eager to explore the complexities of early American social justice movements through the eyes of an extraordinary leader. Engage with Elizabeth Cady Stanton's early fights and reflect: how do the echoes of her battles resound in today’s struggles for equality and freedom?