Fight of the Century: Alice Paul Battles Woodrow Wilson for the Vote

The fight for women's suffrage between women's rights leader Alice Paul and President Woodrow Wilson is creatively presented as a four-round boxing match in this energetic nonfiction picture book.

When Woodrow Wilson was elected President, he didn't know that he would be participating in one of the greatest fights of the century: the battle for women's right to vote. The formidable Alice Paul led the women's suffrage movement, and saw President Wilson's election as an opportunity to win the vote to women. She battered her opponent with endless strategic arguments and carefully coordinated protests, calling for a new amendment granting women the right to vote. With a spirit and determination that never quit--even when peaceful protests were met with violence and even when many women were thrown in jail--Paul eventually convinced President Wilson to support her cause, changing the country forever. Cleverly framed as a boxing match, this book provides a fascinating and compelling look at an important moment in American history. Sarah Green's bright, detailed illustrations perfectly accompany award-winning author Barb Rosenstock's captivating narrative.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Calkins Creek Books
Published: 02/25/2020
ISBN: 9781629799087
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 11.10h x 8.90w x 0.40d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 12/23/2019
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/2020
Booklist 01/01/2020 pg. 74
School Library Journal 02/01/2020 pg. 87
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 03/01/2020