Elise Willing Balch

Elise Willing Balch is a biography written by Edwin Swift Balch, originally published in 1937. The book tells the story of Elise Willing Balch, a prominent figure in Philadelphia society during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Balch was a philanthropist, social reformer, and feminist who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of women and children in Philadelphia.The book begins with Balch's early life, growing up in a wealthy and influential family in Philadelphia. It then follows her as she becomes involved in various social causes, including the women's suffrage movement, child welfare, and the fight against tuberculosis.Throughout the book, Balch's personal life is also explored, including her marriage to Thomas Willing Balch, a prominent lawyer and historian. The book delves into the couple's travels and experiences abroad, as well as their deep commitment to each other and their shared values.Elise Willing Balch is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman who made significant contributions to the social and cultural life of Philadelphia. It provides a rich and detailed look at the history of the city during a time of great change, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by women during that era.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.