Publisher's Synopsis
Frances Wright was one of the pioneers in the fight for women's reproductive rights in late-19th century America. She received little support at the time, but laid the foundation for those who followed. Margaret Sanger championed the universal availability of contraception. Betty Friedan founded the National Organization for Women (NOW). A collection of eleven biographies of women who fought for women's reproductive rights and their right to education about sexuality. Each made a significant contribution to women's emancipation from repressive sexual attitudes and laws.
