'Elizabeth Cady Stanton': Summary
In the book, "Elizabeth Cady Stanton" by Lois W. Banner was written to inform individuals on Woman's Rights and also to know the biography of Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Banner's biography of Elizabeth Stanton expresses her journey through the Feminist Rebellion. Stanton was a women's rights activist, feminist, editor, and writer. Banner captures Stantons obstacles she had faced through her leading role of being a Feminist Philosopher. Banner is an American feminist and has a strong passion for what Stanton endured to take a stand. Stanton was a powerful leader through the women's right movement.
Banner's viewpoint is strong against feminism. She has a strong believe towards it. It is easy for Banner to confine in Stantons decisions and her positioning in her actions. Banner believes Stanton was a powerful leader because her motivation to lead and stand for what she believed. Stanton held the famous Seneca Falls Convention in July 1848. At this convention Stanton and others drew up the " Declaration of Sentiments". In the early 1850's she went as a leader in promoting women's rights. Stanton also formed the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA) in 1869 and also was the first NWSA president. The authors evidence is strong and describes Stanton being a leader effectively. "Elizabeth Cady Stanton" by Lois W. Banner is convincing in a way of being a tough leader and a firm believer. Many women looked to her as a high figure and also a role model for women's rights. Stanton encouraged women "to be courageous in their actions" and "truth is the only safe ground to stand upon". In conclusion, this book was splendidly authored and it definitely captivates the courage Stanton had went through during the women’s rights movement. The author makes it very accessible for the readers to understand. It is obvious that Lois W. Banner did an abundance of research, and was very passionate about writing this book. Many people may find this book to be inspirational because it covers a strong women and how courageous she was. On the other hand, some people may find this book to be one sided because it is mainly about feminism.
Banner's viewpoint is strong against feminism. She has a strong believe towards it. It is easy for Banner to confine in Stantons decisions and her positioning in her actions. Banner believes Stanton was a powerful leader because her motivation to lead and stand for what she believed. Stanton held the famous Seneca Falls Convention in July 1848. At this convention Stanton and others drew up the " Declaration of Sentiments". In the early 1850's she went as a leader in promoting women's rights. Stanton also formed the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA) in 1869 and also was the first NWSA president. The authors evidence is strong and describes Stanton being a leader effectively. "Elizabeth Cady Stanton" by Lois W. Banner is convincing in a way of being a tough leader and a firm believer. Many women looked to her as a high figure and also a role model for women's rights. Stanton encouraged women "to be courageous in their actions" and "truth is the only safe ground to stand upon". In conclusion, this book was splendidly authored and it definitely captivates the courage Stanton had went through during the women’s rights movement. The author makes it very accessible for the readers to understand. It is obvious that Lois W. Banner did an abundance of research, and was very passionate about writing this book. Many people may find this book to be inspirational because it covers a strong women and how courageous she was. On the other hand, some people may find this book to be one sided because it is mainly about feminism.