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"Half a Century" was written by Jane Grey Swisshelm. Pioneering journalist and advocate for women's rights and abolition in 19th-century America.

Half a Century

Name: Half a Century
Author: Jane Grey Swisshelm

Jane Grey Swisshelm

Published in 1880, 'Half a Century' is the autobiography of Jane Grey Swisshelm, an abolitionist, feminist, and journalist. The book recounts her experiences during a tumultuous era in American history, including her controversial allegations against Senator Daniel Webster regarding his infidelities and her work as a surgical nurse during the Civil War. Swisshelm's narrative highlights her advocacy against slavery and her contributions to women's rights, making it a significant historical document of the 19th century.

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In the spring of 1850, while the United States was polarized over the slavery debate and Daniel Webster was negotiating...