Laura S. Schor Books

Recounts the remarkable tenure of Annie Landau as principal of the Evelina de Rothschild School in Jerusalem číst celé

Betty Rothschild grew up in Frankfurt nurtured in Jewish tradition and tutored in French, music, and drawing. At nineteen, she married her uncle James and moved to Paris where she presided over a salon famous for its opulence and the brilliance of its guests. Betty was a friend of Queen Marie-Amelie, the pupil of Chopin, and was painted by Ingres. She prepared her five children to assume leading roles in French society while simultaneously serving the Jewish community. She devoted her vast energy to philanthropic activities with a particular emphasis on the needs of young Jewish women.

Focusing on the personal struggles of ten remarkable French women activists from various economic backgrounds, the narrative highlights their quest for inclusion in the rights gained during the revolt against the July Monarchy in 1848. Ranging in age from 20 to 52, these women—Eugenie Niboyet, Eugenie Foa, and others—demonstrate resilience and determination as they navigate the challenges of advocating for their economic and political rights amidst a transformative historical period.