Takayanagi, Dr Mari
Necessary Women: The Untold Story of Parliament's Working Women
- ISBN 13:
- 9781803990156
- author:
- Takayanagi, Dr Mari
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The History Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.59 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Necessary Women: The Untold Story of Parliament's Working Women Discover the remarkable women who shaped the life of Parliament, yet remain largely unacknowledged. This book delves into the lives of women who worked behind the scenes, from eavesdropping on debates to serving MPs, and those who fought for equal pay. Through unique research based on Parliamentary archives, government records, and family history sources, Mari Takayanagi and Liz Hallam Smith bring these unsung heroes to life. Their story charts the changing context for working women within and beyond the Palace of Westminster, revealing a complex and fascinating history. By shedding light on this overlooked period, Necessary Women offers a fresh perspective on the lives of those who worked tirelessly to support Parliament's functioning.
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