Poets in the Public Sphere - The Emancipatory Project of American Women's Poetry 1800-1900 - Paperback - 2003

Traces the emergence of the New Woman by examining poetry published by American women in newspapers and magazines between 1800 and 1900. This book tracks how US women exploited the freedom offered by the nations periodical press columns to engage in debate with each other and with men over matters of mutual concern.
Year of publication: 2003
Pagination: 288 pages, 1, black white illustrations
Format: Paperback