Bluestockings
Subtitle: the remarkable story of the first women to fight for an education
By: Jane Robinson.
Publisher: Viking
Published: 2009
Place of publication: London; New York, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 261
ISBN-13: 9780670916849
Subjects: Women -- Education (Higher) -- Great Britain -- History -- 19th century; Educational equalization -- Great Britain -- History -- 19th century
Description: They eye-opening and inspiring story of the young women who overcame all odds to get their education. Using the words of the women themselves, this book tells of their defiance and determination, of colourful eccentricity and at times heartbreaking loneliness.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [241]-252) and index.