Author Pat Pascoe, herself a former Colorado senator, uses newspapers, legislative materials, Robinson's published writings, and her own expertise as a legislator to craft the only biography of this contradictory and little-known woman. Robinson had complex politics as a suffragist, peace activist, international activist, and strong supporter of the war effort in World War I and a curious personal life with an often long-distance marriage to lawyer Ewing Robinson, yet close relationship with her stepdaughter, Alycon. Pascoe explores both of these worlds, although much of that personal life remains a mystery. This fascinating story will be a worthwhile read to anyone interested in Colorado history, women's history, labor history, or politics.
ISBN: | 9781607322191 |
Publication date: | 15th September 2013 |
Author: | Pat Pascoe |
Publisher: | University Press of Colorado |
Format: | Paperback |
Pagination: | 248 pages |
Series: | Timberline Books |
Genres: |
History and Archaeology Politics and government |