by Aletta H. Jacobs
About this book
De vrouw en de Vredesbeweging in verband met het vrouwenkiesrecht by Aletta H. Jacobs delivers a stirring, historically grounded case for why women's suffrage and lasting peace are inseparable. Written out of the urgency of 1917 and presented at the Dutch National Congress for Durable Peace, Jacobs connects firsthand organizing, international feminist networks, and political argument to show how enfranchising women could reshape state decision-making and conflict resolution.
Blending history, politics, and early social-scientific reasoning, the audiobook traces the rise of the international women’s peace movement during World War I, highlights collaboration between figures and committees across borders, and outlines practical demands—most notably the call for suffrage in “civilized” nations—as tools to prevent future wars. Jacobs combines moral conviction with policy-oriented analysis, situating her argument in the volatile context of wartime Europe while foregrounding grassroots mobilization and institutional reform.
Perfect for listeners of history, politics, and social science, this audiobook will appeal to students of feminist history, peace studies scholars, political activists, and anyone curious about the roots of modern international cooperation. Listen to understand how a pioneering activist argued that democratic inclusion is essential to achieving durable peace.
