Publisher's Synopsis
""A Woman For Mayor: A Novel Of Today"" is a book written by Helen Maria Winslow and published in 1909. The novel follows the story of a young woman named Mary Wilkins, who decides to run for mayor of her town. Mary faces numerous challenges as she campaigns to become the first female mayor in her community. She encounters opposition from her male opponents, who believe that a woman is not fit for the job. Mary also struggles with personal issues, including her love life and her family's disapproval of her political aspirations.The book explores themes of gender equality, women's rights, and the challenges faced by women in politics. It also delves into the political climate of the early 20th century and the struggles of small-town politics. The novel is a reflection of its time, highlighting the growing movement for women's suffrage and the changing attitudes towards women's roles in society.Overall, ""A Woman For Mayor: A Novel Of Today"" is a compelling story of a woman's determination to break down barriers and make a difference in her community. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today, as women continue to fight for equal representation in politics and other areas of society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
