My Two Countries - Hardcover

My Two Countries

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'My Two Countries' is a significant collection of speeches delivered by Lady Astor, the first woman to take her seat in the British House of Commons. Compiled during her 1922 tour of the United States, this work reflects the unique perspective of an American-born woman who rose to the heights of British political life. Through these addresses, Astor explores the deep-rooted connections between her native and adopted homelands, emphasizing the shared values and responsibilities of the English-speaking peoples in a post-war world.With her characteristic wit and directness, Lady Astor speaks on the vital role of women in politics, the necessity of social reform, and the importance of international cooperation. The work serves as a primary document of a transformative period in 20th-century history, capturing the voice of a pioneer who challenged the status quo of gender and governance. 'My Two Countries' provides readers with a firsthand look at the rhetoric and passion of a woman who helped redefine the landscape of modern democracy. This volume remains a compelling resource for those interested in political history, women's suffrage, and the enduring bond between the United States and Great Britain.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Artikel-Nr. 9781025856537

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