FIRST NAMES: EMMELINE (PANKHURST) by Haydn Kaye
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Author: Haydn Kaye
Illustrator: Michael Cotton-Russell
Discover the remarkable life of Emmeline Pankhurst - the fearless campaigner who helped change history by fighting for women’s right to vote.
In a time when women in Britain were not allowed to vote, Emmeline Pankhurst believed things had to change. Determined and courageous, she led the suffragette movement and inspired women across the country to demand equal rights. Her actions helped spark a movement that transformed democracy in Britain and influenced campaigns for women’s rights around the world.
This lively and highly illustrated biography introduces young readers to Emmeline’s extraordinary story. Find out why she disliked school, how suffragettes sometimes trained in stone throwing as part of their protests, and what she thought when her own daughter famously spat at a policeman during a demonstration!
Part of the engaging First Names series, this book brings history to life with fascinating facts, humour and vivid storytelling.
Why you should treat-your-shelf:
- An inspiring introduction to a pioneering historical figure
- Explains the fight for women’s voting rights in an accessible way
- Packed with fun facts, illustrations and surprising moments
- Encourages curiosity about history, equality and social change
FIRST NAMES: EMMELINE is a fascinating and empowering story that shows how determination and courage can help change the world.