Sojourner Truth's Ain't I a Woman? collects the iconic words of the abolitionist and women's rights activist, including her famous 1851 speech at the Women's Rights Convention in Akron, Ohio. Through powerful oratory addressing the intersection of race and gender, Truth challenged both slavery and women's oppression with unforgettable rhetoric. This Penguin Great Ideas edition becomes both historical document and rallying cry, proving that Truth's words remain urgent and that her question about Black women's humanity still demands answers.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Truth spoke truth to power with words that still resonate, demanding recognition of Black women's humanity and strength. This essential collection reminds us that intersectionality isn't new, that Truth was fighting multiple oppressions simultaneously, and that her speech is one of the most important in American history.

DETAILS: • Author: Sojourner Truth • Publisher: Penguin Books • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: June 8, 2021 • ISBN: 9780241472361 • Pages: 112 • Series: Penguin Great Ideas • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days