Frances Perkins: Champion of American Workers

By Ruth Cashin Monsell

Book Overview

Discover the untold story of the brilliant strategist behind the New Deal and Social Security. As America's first female cabinet member, Frances Perkins shattered the political glass ceiling and dedicated her life to ensuring fair wages, safe workplaces, and dignity for the everyday worker.

A captivating biography that tells the inspiring story of Frances Perkins, the first woman to hold a Cabinet-level position in the United States. As Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Perkins played a key role in shaping American labor policy during the New Deal era, fighting for workers' rights, social justice, and economic security. From her early life in Maine to her historic tenure in Washington, D.C., this book traces Perkins' remarkable journey and highlights her enduring legacy as a trailblazing woman in American politics. Written in an engaging and accessible style even for young readers, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, women's history, and the fight for social justic

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592113877
• ISBN13: 9781592113873
• Release Date: April 2024
• Publisher: Histria YA
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12