Why They Marched

In 'Why They Marched,' Susan Ware provides a nuanced and inclusive history of the women's suffrage movement by highlighting the stories of 21 women (and one man) from various class, race, and religious backgrounds.

The book is divided into three thematic sections and explores how the suffrage movement was intertwined with other social and political movements, such as the rights of factory workers and the relationship between patriarchy and white supremacy.

Ware's work moves beyond the traditional narrative of wealthy white women, incorporating the stories of black suffragists and working-class women who played crucial roles in the movement.

The book emphasizes the transformative impact of suffrage activism on the personal and public lives of its participants.