In the mid-nineteenth century, Emily Dickinson is writing prolifically and enjoying a passionate, romantic relationship with her friend and sister-in-law Susan. While seeking publication of some of her poems, Emily finds herself facing male literary gatekeepers too confused by her genius to take her work seriously. Instead, her work attracts the attention of an ambitious woman editor, who also sees Emily as a convenient cover for her own role in buttoned-up...

A history of women's achievement in America examines the 400-year history of American women's inspiring accomplishments and victories. America enters the world of nations, 1889-1912. This program discusses Jane Addams founding Hull House; Nellie Bly, Mary Cassatt, Ida B. Wells, Gertrude Pridgett (Ma Rainey), Isadora Duncan, and the founding of the Girl Scouts of America by Juliette Gordon. Women speak out, 1852-1885. This program discusses the writers...