women pacifists

Presents brief biographies of the twelve women who have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, including Wangari Maathai, Aung San Suu Kyi, and Mother Teresa.

"Presents the biography of Jeannette Rankin against the backdrop of her political, historical, and cultural environment"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the lives and achievements of six women who have received Nobel Prizes in a variety of fields, including Aung San Suu Kyi, Barbara McClintock, and Nadine Gordimer.