women legislators

Examines the life and political career of Nancy Pelosi, the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House, and provides facts about the U.S. government.

A biography of the controversial former first lady, senator, and presidential candidate examines her early years, her marriage, her role in her husband's career, possible ethical lapses, and related topics.

A beleaguered judge presiding over the trail of a tough-talking state congresswoman suspects that the defendant was framed.

Contains four mystery stories featuring the sleuth team of Henry Parker Britland IV, a wealthy former president, and his young wife, Sunday, a newly elected Congresswoman.

A biography of Hillary Rodham Clinton, former First Lady of the United States, Senator, presidential candidate, and Secretary of State.

Contains profiles, contextual essays, historical images, and appendices that provide information about the 229 women who have served in Congress from 1917 through 2006.

Tells the life story of Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, the first woman Speaker of the House, discussing her childhood in Baltimore, her family's background in politics, her marriage and five children, and her many years of work in the Democratic Party.

Brief biographies of notable women who have contributed significantly to the fields of government and law, from Bella Abzug to Khaleda Zia.