Joyce Marlow Knihy

*A definitive and moving anthology of women's non-fiction writing on World War I, from Beatrice Webb to Emmeline Pankhurst.

Queen Victoria is most anxious to enlist everyone who can speak or write to join in checking this mad wicked folly of women's rights, with all its attendant horrors, on which her poor sex is bent' - 1870 It was a bloody and dangerous war lasting several decades, won finally by sheer will and determination in 1928. Drawing on extracts from diaries, newspapers, letters, journals and books, Joyce Marlow has pieced together this inspiring, poignant and exciting history using the voices of the women themselves. Some of the people and events are well-known, but Marlow has gone beyond the obvious, particularly beyond London, to show us the ordinary women - middle and working-class, who had the breathtaking courage to stand up and be counted - or just as likely hectored, or pelted with eggs. These women were clever and determined, knew the power of humour and surprise and exhibited 'unladylike' passion and bravery. Joyce Marlow's anthology is lively, comprehensive, surprising and triumphant.

Unity of the oppressed can make a difference in politically uncertain times A peaceful protest turned tragedy; In this definitive account Joyce Marlow tells the stories of the real people involved and brings to life the atrocity the government attempted to cover up.

Exploring the contrast between urban and rural life, Joyce Marlow recounts her journey from city singlehood to finding a committed relationship with a country man. Through her experiences, she reveals insights and secrets about attracting genuine partners who value family and commitment. Marlow's narrative offers guidance for those seeking meaningful connections, emphasizing the importance of environment in fostering love and relationships.

Kessie, wohlbehütete Tochter eines reichen Spinnereibesitzers, kommt duch eine von ihr und ihrem Vater initiierte Kampagne zur Rettung eines dreizehnjährigen Mädchens vor dem Todesurteil mit den Frauen um Emmeline Pankhurst in Kontakt. Nach einigem Zögern wird sie deren Mitstreiterin und Leidensgenossin. Zu Kessies zahlreichen neuen Bekannten gehören auch die aus einer Arbeiterfamilie stammende Sarah Whitworth und deren attraktiver Bruder Tom, zu dem sich Kessie hingezogen fühlt. Tom erwidert zwar ihre Neigung, aber er glaubt, dass eine Heirat seiner beabsichtigten Karriere als Labourabgeordneter nicht zuträglich sein würde. Kessies Vater und ihre Verwandten sind entschieden gegen eine solche Verbindung. Doch Kessie gibt weder in der Politik noch im Privatleben auf.