Natural Allies: Women's Associations in American History

by Anne Firor Scott

Book Overview

America's female benevolent societies took root in the 1790s. Initially founded on notions of Christian duty and hope of heavenly reward, these groups produced volunteers dedicated to providing aid to unfortunates in general and women and children in particular. Anne Frior Scott explores the history of these aid societies and how they allowed women to influence America's social agenda and make inroads into politics long before they could vote. Scott...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0252063201
• ISBN13: 9780252063206
• Release Date: October 1992
• Publisher: University of Illinois Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"