Agnes Macphail (Quest Library

by Rachel Wyatt

Agnes Macphail, first woman elected to the House of Commons in Canada, fought for the rights of farmers, for prison reform, for social programs, for peace. She worked all her life for womens equality, and by her own example she inspired other women.

Genres: Nonfiction

166 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

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[Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

A woman with high ideals, grit and determination. At a young age, the first woman elected to the Government of Canada, she fought hard for her beliefs despite strong opposition, sometimes underhand, from male colleagues. She was a champion of the underdog, the poor, the disadvantaged, the elderly, as well as being a strong pacifist. Sadly, she was poorly rewarded for her lifelong dedication..