Susan B. Anthony Rebel, Crusader, Humanitarian

"Susan B. Anthony: Rebel, Crusader, Humanitarian" by Alma Lutz is a mid-20th century biography spotlighting the life and accomplishments of Susan B. Anthony, a central activist in the women's suffrage movement and the fight for civil rights in America. The account emphasizes her unwavering commitment to the pursuit of equal rights. It begins by exploring Anthony's early years within a progressive Quaker family in Massachusetts, which had a profound impact on her developing principles. The biography recounts her observations of gender inequality and her initial exposure to the injustice of slavery, both of which deeply shaped her sense of justice and fueled her ambition to fight for social change. These formative moments served as the foundation for her transformation into a leading voice for the political and civil rights of women.