women

A collection of thirteen interconnected stories that give old fairy tales a new twist.

Presents short stories from 1972 through 2002 by twenty-four North American women authors including Toni Cade Bambara, Sandra Cisneros, Joyce Carol Oates, and Alice McDermott.

A collection of love poems which celebrates the female aspects of love--from the reflective to the overtly erotic.

Examines the life and work of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, discussing her personal and political activities, her artistic development, and how the times in which she lived influenced her art.

A collection of essays that explores how women's issues are presented in Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club;" provides information on the author's life and the writing of the text; and looks at contemporary perspectives on various women's issues. Includes discussion questions, a list of suggested reading, and a bibliography.

Tells the life story of Dominican American novelist and poet Julia Alvarez, discussing her start as a writer, major works for adults and children, influences, bicultural identity, involvement in a collective farm, and founding of a literacy program.

Explores the life and achievements of Missy Elliott, discussing her childhood, family, rise to fame, role as a popular culture icon, and influence on the hip-hop industry. Includes a discography, a filmography, a chronology, a time line, a glossary, a bibliography, and suggestions for further reading.

Examines the life and achievements of Dana Owens, better known as Queen Latifah, discussing her childhood, family, and accomplishments as a singer and actress. Includes a discography, chronology, glossary, bibliography, and suggestions for further reading.

Chronicles the life of Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, covering such topics as her father's political career, her marriage and family, her volunteer work for the Democratic Party, and her start in the House of Representatives.

Explores issues related to female imprisonment, discussing mental illness, health care, safety, the effects on the family, and international offenders, and describing women's prisons.