women

Chronicles the life of the outspoken nineteenth-century supporter of women's rights.

A biography of one of the first leaders of the women's rights movement, whose work led to the adoption of the nineteenth amendment--women's right to vote.

Recounts the early life of the first lady and humanitarian who grew up with "Uncle Teddy" Roosevelt and found an outlet for her intelligence and energy by working in resettlement houses.

Recounts how the young Helen Keller, left blind and deaf by a childhood illness, learned to communicate with the world.

A childhood biography of the girl who became known as a fearless battlefield nurse during the Civil War and the founder of the American Red Cross.

A biography of an early American writer, whose own life was reflected in her famous novels, such as "Little Women" and "Little Men.".

The story of Louisa May Alcott, author of "Little Women," describing her childhood, family, and early career experiences.

Describes the young life of Abigail Smith, who married John Adams and ultimately became a First Lady.

An illustrated biography of Patience Wright, a woman born into a Quaker family in 1725 who grew up to be a celebrated wax sculptor, and whose talent led her to England in the pre-Revolutionary War years where she was able to learn information about England's intentions toward the colonies and send the intelligence to America.

Donna O'Meara shares photographs and stories from her exciting and sometimes dangerous work as a volcano researcher, and provides scientific information about volcanoes.