A Comprehensive Summary and Analysis of Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910: Demanding Ebook Book
About this audiobook
*Julia Ward Howe, 1819–1910* by Laura E. Richards and Maud Howe Elliott is a heartfelt and intimate biography of the remarkable life of Julia Ward Howe, the celebrated author of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" and a trailblazing social reformer. Written by her daughters, the biography paints a vivid portrait of Howe’s intellectual and emotional journey, from her early years as a spirited young woman navigating the rigid confines of Boston society to her emergence as a leading figure in the abolitionist and women's suffrage movements.
The book explores Howe’s deep commitment to social justice, her complex marriage to Samuel Gridley Howe, and her evolution as a literary and political figure. Her work as a poet, writer, and speaker brought her national acclaim, while her activism for women's rights and abolition cemented her legacy as a pivotal figure in American history. The biography not only chronicles her public achievements but also offers a tender examination of her personal struggles and triumphs, including the balancing act of motherhood, marriage, and intellectual ambition.
*Julia Ward Howe, 1819–1910* is more than a historical account—it is a tribute to a woman who reshaped the American cultural and political landscape through her courage, creativity, and unwavering commitment to justice.
About the author
Laura E. Richards (1850–1943) and Maud Howe Elliott (1854–1948) were accomplished American writers and daughters of Julia Ward Howe. Richards was a prolific author of children’s books and poetry, while Elliott gained recognition for her literary and historical works. Together, they co-authored *Julia Ward Howe, 1819–1910*, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography in 1917. Their deep understanding of their mother’s personal and public life allowed them to craft a biography that remains a definitive account of one of America's most influential women.
