women reformers

Biography of Dorothy Day, discussing the two major forces that shaped her life--human need and spiritual devotion--leading her to found the "Catholic Way" newspaper, and open shelters, called hospitality houses, to care for the poor.

Presents Hull House founder Jane Addams's account of her work at the settlement home in Chicago's West side slums during the years between 1889 to 1909.

Text and accompanying photographs present a profile of eight women who were active in reforming the United States' political system.