Frances Perkins: Champion of American Workers

Frances Perkins: Champion of American Workers is a captivating biography that tells the inspiring story of Frances Perkins, the first woman to hold a Cabinet-level position in the United States.

As Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Perkins played a key role in shaping American labor policy during the New Deal era, fighting for workers’ rights, social justice, and economic security. From her early life in Maine to her historic tenure in Washington, D.C., this book traces Perkins’ remarkable journey and highlights her enduring legacy as a trailblazing woman in American politics.

Written in an engaging and accessible style for young adult readers, Frances Perkins: Champion of American Workers is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, women’s history, and the fight for social justice. Author: Ruth Cashin Monsell. Hardcover: 220 pages.