The world at the beginning of the Twentieth Century:The Suffragette movement

This title explores the origins of the modern women's movements in the late 19th century and the struggle for suffrage in New Zealand, Australia and Britain. It also addresses the impact of World Wars I and II on Australian women, and the emergence of 'Second Wave' feminism in Australia from the late 1960s.

An in-depth analysis of the evolution of European economics, politics, arts, sciences, and cultural life from the height of the industrial revolution to the First World War. It includes chapters on democracy, socialism, nationalism, the rise of the middle class, and the changing role of women.

Inspired by true events, a drama exploring the women who fought for equality in early 20th century Britain. The story centers on Maud, a working wife and mother whose life is changed when she is secretly recruited to join the U.K.'s growing suffragette movement. Galvanized by the outlaw fugitive Emmeline Pankhurst, Maud becomes an activist for the cause alongside women from all walks of life.

This BBC/PBS documentary covers the dawn of new 20th Century to the outbreak of the First World War. It examines the failed Russian Revolution of 1905, the campaign for the vote for women. Using interviews with eyewitnesses it gives an informative overview of the industrialisation of cities, the mass migration of people, and the rise of militarism and nationalism.

Historian Dr. Clare Wright tells the story of how Australian women became the first in the world to gain full political rights.

This comprehensive journal presents essays and research articles dealing with a wide range of topics pertaining to ancient and modern world history. It uses primary source images and maps to illustrate its content.