"My Two Countries" by Nancy Witcher Langhorne Astor is a compilation of writings and speeches from the 1920s, offering insights into the life and thoughts of the first woman elected to British Parliament. The book centers on Astor's unique identity as both an American and a British citizen, exploring how this dual perspective influenced her views on gender roles, governance, and international relations. As a pioneering female politician, she shares her personal story, highlighting the obstacles she overcame and her vision for a more equitable society. Astor passionately advocates for women's involvement in politics, believing their inherent qualities are essential for ethical and effective leadership, and through discussions with political figures and American audiences, she emphasizes cooperation between nations, promoting peace and social progress based on shared values.
My Two Countries
By Nancy Witcher Langhorne Astor Astor
Navigate the groundbreaking journey of a woman torn between two worlds as she shatters political barriers and fights for a better future for all.
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About the AuthorNancy Witcher Langhorne Astor, Viscountess Astor, was an American-born British politician who was the first woman seated as a Member of Parliament (MP), serving from 1919 to 1945. Astor was born in Danville, Virginia and raised in Greenwood, Virginia. Her first marriage, to socialite Robert Gould Shaw II, was unhappy and ended in divorce. She then moved to England and married American-born Englishman Waldorf Astor in 1906.
Nancy Witcher Langhorne Astor, Viscountess Astor, was an American-born British politician who was the first woman seated as a Member of Parliament (MP), serving from 1919 to 1945. Astor was born in Danville, Virginia and raised in Greenwood, Virginia. Her first marriage, to socialite Robert Gould Shaw II, was unhappy and ended in divorce. She then moved to England and married American-born Englishman Waldorf Astor in 1906.
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