Defying Convention: Women Who Changed the RulesThis series discusses the lives and accomplishments of women writers, athletes, entrepreneurs, political leaders, trailblazers in the technology industry, and warriors who refused to take no for an answer and who helped shape the roles of women in society today. With approachable text set within a historical context and full-color and black-and-white photos, these collective biographies give readers insight into the struggles and triumphs of women who changed the rules. Spring 2017 Page 1 of 11 Women Athletes Sherri Mabry-Gordon It’s hard to believe, but there was a time not long ago when girls and women were discouraged from participating in sports. Thanks to the women who ignored society’s rules and also to a piece of legislation called Title IX, girls in the United States—and around the world—began flocking to tracks, fields, and courts to enjoy all the benefits that come from playing a sport...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 9780766081482 Binding: eBookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ISBN: 9780766081475 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ee LL Loading… Women Entrepreneurs Kathlyn Gay Before the twentieth century, women were expected to be housewives and caregivers. Business was left to the men. Still, out of necessity, thanks to family privilege, or simply because they had a good idea, there were some women who became successful entrepreneurs...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 9780766081444 Binding: eBookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ISBN: 9780766081437 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ee LL Loading… Women in Technology Elizabeth Schmermund Statistics tell us that women are underrepresented in STEM careers, yet many of technology’s greatest innovations have come from women. Ada Lovelace is considered one of the first computer programmers...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 9780766081505 Binding: eBookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ISBN: 9780766081499 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ee LL Loading… Women Political Leaders Anne Cunningham Rare though it may be, women have occupied the highest offices of their societies since ancient times. Queen Nefertiti, Catherine the Great, Queen Victoria, Margaret Thatcher, and Angela Merkel are all examples of women who earned power and respect from their leadership...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 9780766081420 Binding: eBookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ISBN: 9780766081413 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ee LL Loading… Women Warriors Elizabeth Schmermund Although war has long been considered the domain of men, women have courageously fought for their families, their nations, and their causes—whether on the battlefield or off. The women profiled in this inspiring resource have proven that courage doesn’t have a gender and that fighting for a just cause is very much a woman’s issue...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 9780766081529 Binding: eBookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ISBN: 9780766081512 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ee LL Loading… Women Writers Paula Johanson Although writing was long considered suitable only for men, there were some brave and clever women who defied the limitations cast upon their gender. Divided by chronological eras, this fascinating collection of biographies will enlighten readers about the women who have crafted the written word to record their surroundings, their imaginations, and their experiences...Read More Buying Options ISBN: 9780766081468 Binding: eBookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ISBN: 9780766081451 Binding: Library Bound BookList Price: $38.93Discount Price: $29.20 ee LL Loading… Page 1 of 11 Loading… Loading… Loading... Library Bound Book: List Price: $233.58 Discount Price: $175.20 + Add to wish list eBook: List Price: $233.58 Discount Price: $175.20 + Add to wish list Please log in Log in or register to create a wish list. Login or Register Loading…