Frances Perkins

Ruth Cashin Monsell

Frances Perkins
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Histria LLC
Country
United States
Published
31 May 2024
Pages
220
ISBN
9781592113873

Frances Perkins

Ruth Cashin Monsell

A captivating biography that tells the inspiring story of Frances Perkins, the first woman to hold a Cabinet-level position in the United States.

As Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Perkins played a key role in shaping American labor policy during the New Deal era, fighting for workers' rights, social justice, and economic security.

From her early life in Maine to her historic tenure in Washington, D.C., this book traces Perkins' remarkable journey and highlights her enduring legacy as a trailblazing woman in American politics.

Written in an engaging and accessible style even for young readers, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, women's history, and the fight for social justice.

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