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- ISBN 9781509567973
- Publication Date: 07 May 2026
- Publisher: Polity Press
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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In 1907, a lesbian feminist vegetarian stepped into male history. She was one of nineteen Finnish politicians, the first women in the world to be elected to the ruling body of any country. These women sparked a chain reaction that would ignite across the globe. More – many, many more - were to follow.
Trailblazers is the story of some of the most extraordinary women – from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe - who trailblazed their way into a privileged male-only space: electoral representation. From aristocratic revolutionaries to women from the poorest backgrounds, these trailblazers risked everything to claim space in the corridors of power. Some faced arrest, exile, torture, even death. But nearly all of them had one thing in common: they defied the rules, challenged male authority and demanded a voice, not just for themselves but for the women in their country.
Trailblazers is not a neat tale of steady progress but a white-knuckle ride with some of the world's most extraordinary women. It is a raw chronicle of resistance and rebellion, of setbacks and victories covering a century of global conflict, liberation movements and political transformations. Through vivid storytelling, this meticulously researched book honours the women who laid the groundwork for the leaders of today.
A compelling read for anyone who wants to understand the roots of women's political power, and who love daring, and sometimes flawed, heroines, untold stories and real-world inspiration. This is more than a history book – it is a celebration of courage, a reminder of how far we have come, a call to action and a tribute to those who dared to demand their rights.