Memoir Of Jane Elizabeth Senior (1916)

Memoir of Jane Elizabeth Senior is a biographical account of the life of Jane Elizabeth Senior, a prominent social reformer and women's rights activist in the 19th century. Written by her friend and colleague, Dorothea Murray Hughes, the book chronicles Senior's life from her childhood in Yorkshire to her work as a pioneering figure in the field of education and social reform.The book describes Senior's early life as a member of a wealthy family, her education at home and at boarding school, and her involvement in philanthropic work. It also covers her marriage to William Senior, a prominent lawyer, and their subsequent move to London, where Senior became involved in the women's suffrage movement and other social causes.Throughout the book, Hughes provides insight into Senior's character and personality, as well as her tireless efforts to improve the lives of women and children. She also discusses Senior's role in the establishment of the Women's Local Government Society and her work as a member of the Royal Commission on the Poor Laws.Memoir of Jane Elizabeth Senior is a fascinating account of a remarkable woman who played a significant role in shaping the social and political landscape of her time. It provides valuable insights into the struggles and triumphs of the women's rights movement and the challenges faced by those who sought to effect change in Victorian society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Dorothea Murray Hughes
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 296
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.62d
ISBN13: 9781166991586
ISBN10: 116699158X
BISAC Categories:
- Literary Collections | Diaries & Journals
- Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs
- Religion | General

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