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Clara Lemlich
Clara Lemlich
-- She persisted
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In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Deborah Heiligman, readers learn about the amazing life of Clara Lemlich--and how she persisted. Clara Lemlich immigrated to New York to escape danger in Ukraine, where she was born. She started working in clothing factories on the Lower East Side, only to realize that workers were being treated unfairly. So she stood up for the rights of workers, especially girls and women--and she won, changing the way factory workers were treated in America forever! Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Clara Lemlich's footsteps and make a difference!
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Authors
Heiligman, Deborah
Flint, Gillian
Subjects
Lemlich, Clara, 1886-1982.
Women labor leaders--New York--Biography.
Women clothing workers--New York--Biography.
Shirtwaist Makers' Strike, New York, N.Y., 1909.
Women social reformers--New York--Biography.
Labor leaders--New York--Biography.
Clothing workers--New York--Biography.
Social reformers--New York--Biography.
Immigrants--New York (State)--Biography.
Women immigrants--New York (State)--Biography.
Ukrainian Americans--Biography.
New York (N.Y.)--Social conditions--20th century.
Language
English
Series
She persisted She persisted (Philomel Books)
Dimensions
20 cm.