*Julia Ward Howe, 1819–1910* by Laura E. Richards and Maud Howe Elliott is a heartfelt and intimate biography of the remarkable life of Julia Ward Howe, the celebrated author of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" and a trailblazing social reformer. Written by her daughters, the biography paints a vivid portrait of Howe’s intellectual and emotional journey, from her early years as a spirited young woman navigating the rigid confines of Boston society to her emergence as a leading figure in the abolitionist and women's suffrage movements.

The book explores Howe’s deep commitment to social justice, her complex marriage to Samuel Gridley Howe, and her evolution as a literary and political figure. Her work as a poet, writer, and speaker brought her national acclaim, while her activism for women's rights and abolition cemented her legacy as a pivotal figure in American history. The biography not only chronicles her public achievements but also offers a tender examination of her personal struggles and triumphs, including the balancing act of motherhood, marriage, and intellectual ambition.

*Julia Ward Howe, 1819–1910* is more than a historical account—it is a tribute to a woman who reshaped the American cultural and political landscape through her courage, creativity, and unwavering commitment to justice.