women heads of state

"Discover 25 women who shattered the glass ceiling, each in their own way. In politics, government, the business world, and more, these women show us that ambition, perseverance, and hard work go a long way"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles twenty historically significant women, highlighting their great accomplishments and unique quirks.

Examines the issue of gender diversity in government from a variety of international perspectives.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to Angela Merkel.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Angela Merkel. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--.

A biography of Aung San Suu Kyi, whose efforts to establish a democratic government and ensure freedom for her people in Myanmar have been recognized around the world.

Introduces twenty-five women who in politics, government, the business world, and more have shown that ambition, perserverance, and hard work go a long way.

"Learn about some of the women who have made their mark on history through leadership and example, and discover how they overcame obstacles to become female leaders."--Back cover.

"Sixteenth-century Europe saw an explosion of female rule. From Isabella of Castile and her granddaughter Mary Tudor, to Catherine de Medici, Anne Boleyn, and Elizabeth Tudor, women wielded enormous power over their territories for more than a hundred years. In the sixteenth century, as in our own, the phenomenon of the powerful woman offered challenges and opportunities. Opportunities, as when in 1529 Margaret of Austria and Louise of Savoy negotiated the "Ladies' peace" of Cambrai. Challenges, as when both Mary Queen of Scots and her kinswoman Elizabeth I came close to being destroyed by sexual scandal. A fascinating group biography of some of the most beloved (and reviled) queens in history, Game of Queens tells the story of the powerful women who drove European history"--.