Dorothy Thompson Book order
July 9, 1893 – January 30, 1961
Dorothy Thompson was an American journalist and radio broadcaster recognized in 1939 as one of the most influential women in America. She holds the distinction of being the first American journalist expelled from Nazi Germany in 1934. As one of the few female news commentators on radio during the 1930s, her impact was significant. Her public persona even inspired a character portrayed by Katharine Hepburn in the film "Woman of the Year."
- 2021
- 1990
Queen Victoria
The Woman, the Monarchy, and the People
Examines the impact of one woman on the British monarchy, the ups and downs of Victoria's public image, and the turbulent politics of the time
- 1986
Focusing on the Chartist movement, this book explores the aspirations and motivations of working-class individuals in mid-nineteenth century Britain. It delves into their pursuit of political power and the reasons behind the inclination towards physical force. Additionally, it examines the responses from middle and upper classes, highlighting the dynamic interplay between radical and establishment perspectives and how they shaped each other's views. This work significantly enhances our understanding of the broader social context of the time.
- 1984
The Chartists
- 424 pages
- 15 hours of reading
