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3 days ago · A review of Lessons in George Orwell and Russia: 2+2=5, Masha Karp (Bloomsbury, 2023), £21.99 No 20th century British author has been more written about than Eric Arthur Blair, famous under his pen-name George Orwell. Still, for those interested in… Continue Reading →
4 days ago · Frustrated with the slow pace of change, the Pankhursts changed their tactics. As the group grew in membership, the group's actions grew in boldness. They took to conducting large demonstrations in front of Parliament; one of these demonstrations led to several arrests of protesters.
5 days ago · Though Pankhurst and her suffragettes were out to change the world, there were plenty of men who liked it just as it was. However, militancy wasn’t foreign to Pankhurst, either… Wikimedia...
4 days ago · Written and illustrated by a direct descendant of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, this colourful picture book is full of facts about 13 inspirational women from history. It showcases some of their great achievements in a fun and accessible way for younger readers.
With a ‘deeds not words’ agenda, the Suffragettes helped force a change in Britain's laws for women. But how much do we really know about the women behind this movement? Dr Jacqui Turner from the University of Reading reveals some lesser-known facts about the political movement
3 days ago · George Orwell. Eric Arthur Blair (25 June 1903 – 21 January 1950) was an English novelist, poet, essayist, journalist, and critic who wrote under the pen name of George Orwell. [2] His work is characterised by lucid prose, social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and support of democratic socialism. [3] [4]
Jun 11, 2024 · We want to galvanise women to get out and vote, be at the heart of decision-making and create a more equitable playing field. Professor Helen Pankhurst. A small snapshot poll by the organisation...
