The Woman They Could Not Silence
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 The Woman They Could Not Silence
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American History > Modern Age > Eugenics
From the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Radium Girls comes another dark and dramatic but ultimately uplifting tale of a forgotten woman hero whose inspirational journey sparked lasting change for women's rights and exposed injustices that still resonate today.
"Moore has written a masterpiece of nonfiction."―Nathalia Holt, New York Times bestselling author of Rise of the Rocket Girls
Discover the powerful and untold true story of resilience, advocacy, and the fight for women's rights in The Woman They Could Not Silence by acclaimed author Kate Moore. This gripping and meticulously researched narrative shines a light on the remarkable journey of Elizabeth Packard, a pioneering woman whose indomitable spirit challenged the confines of her time.
In the mid-19th century, Elizabeth Packard found herself trapped in an unjust world, silenced by a society that deemed her opinions and intellect unworthy. Braving the confines of an oppressive mental asylum, Elizabeth defied all odds as she fought for her freedom and the rights of countless other women confined against their will. With relentless determination, she became a voice that resonated across the nation, igniting a movement for change.
The Woman They Could Not Silence is a triumphant tale of resilience, challenging the status quo, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Moore's meticulous research and rich historical detail bring Elizabeth Packard's story to life, painting a vivid portrait of a woman who defied society's expectations and paved the way for future generations.
Emily's Review
This book will make you angry. You will rage at a system built to allow something like this to happen.
I could not put this book down. I was completely engrossed in the story of a woman I'd never heard of before. Elizabeth Packard's husband couldn't handle the fact that his wife could think for herself, so he had her institutionalized. Women were sent to these hospitals for the most inane reasoning - she reads too much, she thinks for herself - and then they were left there to rot. The same could have happened to Elizabeth, but she couldn't be silenced. She pushed and fought and wrote her way to freedom for herself and all women. She was such a powerful woman and brought about so much change in her life that it's quite shocking that I'd never heard of her before.
Kate Moore's writing is so easy to devour. I read this nearly 500-page book in just a few days because I literally couldn't stop reading. I needed to know what would happen to Elizabeth.
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