No Surrender

At the center of the British campaign for women's votes was Constance Maud, whose novel No Surrender was published during the height of the struggle. The novel, praised by Emily Wilding Davison as "a book which breathes the very spirit of our Women's Movement," follows the lives of women from different classes who work together to bring about change. No Surrender is considered an important document of the arguments for and against extending votes to women, known for its witty storytelling and its unflinching depiction of the violence encountered by the women involved. This graphic adaptation by Scarlett and Sophie Rickard captures the social, political, economic, and cultural life of early 20th-century Britain and remains relevant today. The graphic format embodies the suffrage rallycry of "Deeds not Words" and serves as a companion to their adaptation of The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Constance Maud played a pivotal role in the British campaign for women's suffrage. Her novel, "No Surrender," was released during this pivotal period and became a powerful tool in the hands of suffragists. Emily Wilding Davison praised it as "a book which breathes the very spirit of our Women's Movement." The story, set in the early 20th century, revolves around women from different social backgrounds who come together to advocate for change.

Our protagonist, Jenny, is a strong-willed Lancashire textile mill worker who values principles above all else. "No Surrender" is a captivating blend of humor, violence, and excitement, offering an authentic portrayal of the struggles and hardships faced by the women involved. It is widely regarded as a significant contribution to the debate surrounding women's voting rights, thanks to its witty storytelling and unflinching depiction of the escalating violence they encountered.

In this faithful graphic adaptation, Scarlett and Sophie Rickard have created a compelling work of fiction that provides a comprehensive glimpse into social, political, economic, and cultural life in early 20th-century Britain. The graphic format aligns with the suffrage rallying cry of "Deeds not Words," making this book an ideal companion to their previous adaptation of "The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists."

Weight: 976g
Dimension: 173 x 239 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914224065