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In 1928, a young social worker and hobby pilot named Amelia Earhart arrived in the office of George Putnam, heir to the Putnam & Sons throne and hitmaker, on the hunt for the right woman for a secret flying mission across the Atlantic. A partnership—professional and soon otherwise—was born.

A Flower Traveled in My Blood is the rarest of nonfiction that reads like a novel and puts your heart in your throat. It is the product of years of extensive archival research and meticulous, original reporting. It marks the arrival of a blazing new talent in narrative journalism. In this audiobook, a regime tries to terrorize a country, but love prevails. The grandmothers’ stunning stories reveal new truths about memory, identity, and family.

Step into the untold stories of the women who shaped the book of Genesis, the foundation of faith, humanity, and divine promise. In She Speaks, Genesis, the matriarchs and heroines take center stage, their voices rising from the shadows of history to reveal strength, sorrow, and unyielding faith. Experience the devotion of Sarah, who laughed at the impossible and became the mother of nations. Walk alongside Hagar, the forsaken handmaid whose cries reached heaven. Hear Leah’s quiet resilience, Rachel’s longing for motherhood, and Tamar’s fearless pursuit of justice. Meet women like ...

If you had any quest5ions at all about people in the Bible, you can find answers here answers to questions, such as how did Baruch talk to an Eagle; when did Moses rule Ethiopia; how did Joseph become Pharaoh and how did he know Job; ho was Cleopatrra-8th related to Jesus; who was Adam's first wife; what do ancient scriptures say about light sabers; did Noah have daughters; what really happened to Lot's wife, Ado; how was Cleopas related to Jesus; what do we know about the wives of the apostles; why was the Gospel of Thomas taken out of our Bibles; what famous miracle, done by, Jeus made ...

Maurice and Maralyn make an odd couple. He’s a loner, awkward and obsessive; she’s charismatic and ambitious. But they share a horror of wasting their lives. And they dream – as we all dream – of running away from it all. What if they quit their jobs, sold their house, bought a boat, and sailed away? Most of us begin and end with the daydream. But Maurice began to study nautical navigation. Maralyn made detailed lists of provisions. And in June 1972, they set sail. For nearly a year all went well, until deep in the Pacific, a breaching whale knocked a hole in their boat and it sank.

It’s time to unleash the power that has been hidden from you for so long. This book is a royal summons to every Black woman ready to return to her divine design, her sacred role, and her spiritual authority. The world has lied to you long enough. Now it’s time to remember who you are. Open these pages and rediscover your powers: Holy Fire, Sacred Light The Spiritual Power of Her Radiance The Cloak, the Shield, and the Aura The Power of Her Sacred Elegance Spiritual Powers of Divine Magnetism & Limitless Vitality Mystery and Depth The Spiritual Power to Shift Atmospheres Untouchable The ...

Eight women. Thousands of children saved. Unforgettable stories of courage. They were teachers, nurses, students—ordinary women who made extraordinary choices. In the darkest days of World War II, they risked everything to save the most vulnerable: the children. Saving the Children of the Holocaust tells their incredible stories.

¿Crees conocer la historia de la Patagonia? Prepárate para descubrir el costado que los manuales callaron: el de las mujeres que escribieron su propia epopeya en la “tierra de los hombres”. Por qué leer Mujeres en Tierra de Hombres Protagonistas reales, más audaces que la ficción Ana María Castellanos: ideó la fuga de soldados del Fuerte del Carmen y desafió al gobernador español. Gertrudis Sánchez: con su temple sostuvo la defensa de Malvinas durante la invasión inglesa. Elena “la Inglesa” Greenhill: secuestró a un comisario y se convirtió en leyenda al pie de los ...

The Jōshitai: Unsung Heroines of the Boshin War – Expanded Edition By Sumiko Nakano They weren’t supposed to exist. Not officially. Not in the histories written by men with ink and authority. But when the Tokugawa order crumbled and war came to Aizu, the women of the Jōshitai didn’t wait for permission. They armed themselves with naginata, short swords, and resolve—and stepped into the fire. This newly updated edition of The Jōshitai is more than a tribute. It’s a reclamation. An excavation of names, faces, and legacies that history tried to erase. Based on deeper research, ...

Inspired by the hit podcast The Women of Marvel and cowritten by the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures, this eye-opening and engaging book celebrates the women who have helped make Marvel one of the most successful comics and entertainment companies in the world.

Through exclusive interviews with current and former female CIA officers, many of whom have never spoken publicly, Agents of Change tells an enthralling and, at times, disturbing story set against the backdrop of the evolving women’s movement. It was the 1960s, a “secretarial” era, when women first gained a foothold and pushed against the one-dimensional, pop-culture trope of the sexy Cold War Bond Girl. Underestimated but undaunted, they fought their way, decade-by-decade, through adversity to the top of the spy game.

In this definitive, eye-opening history, award-winning author Rebecca Grant charts the reproductive freedom movement from the days before Roe through the seismic impact of Dobbs. The stories in Access span four continents, tracing strategies across generations and borders. Grant centers those activists who have been engaged in direct action to help people get the abortions they need.

Unlock Your Inner Femme Fatale: A Journey to Unstoppable Confidence and Allure Are you ready to unleash the powerful, magnetic woman within? Imagine walking into any room and effortlessly commanding attention, not through forced bravado, but through an authentic, undeniable presence. This isn't about changing who you are; it's about fully embracing and amplifying the incredible woman you already are. In six transformative chapters, this book will take you on an exhilarating journey. You'll discover how to: Cultivate unshakeable confidence Dress to embody your power Flirt and amp up playful ...

Steel and Vengeance A Daughters of Wars Novel – Book One Japan, 1867. The Shogunate is splintering. The Emperor rises. The old ways are bleeding out—and with them, everything once sacred. Far from the capital, in the shadow of a forgotten lake, lies Kasumigaura, a fictional village where the world still breathes in sword strokes and silence. It’s here the Hayashi sisters are raised—not as ornaments, but as weapons. Trained in war. Schooled in honor. Bound in blood. Sumiko, the eldest, speaks only with her eyes and her blade. Misako, the middle, is fire—sharp, wild, unyielding. ...

Here is a riveting book on the biggest name in the fashion industry! From humble beginnings at an orphanage to her rise as one of the greatest fashion designers who still continues to inspire, Coco Chanel's life is one of guts, grit and glory. Chanel's idea of style was based on minimalism. Her famous quip "Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and take one thing off," was revolutionary in an age where ostentation was synonymous with fashion. This book is for everyone who loves satisfying underdog-to-winner story, and history, retold in all its exotic glitz and glamour. Coco Chanel...

In this rich and definitive study, renowned scholar Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks explores the history of women and the Reformations in full for the first time. Wiesner-Hanks travels the globe, examining well-known figures like Teresa of Avila, Elizabeth I, and Anne Hutchinson, as well as women whose stories are only now emerging.

Much of today's telecom tech – was invented by a woman. She was a very famous actress in her day. Can you name her? One famous photograph of a very tiny thing led to the discovery of the structure of DNA. Do you know the name of the woman who took that photo? You're watching a police drama on TV and you see an officer put on a bullet-proof vest made of Kevlar. Know which woman invented that? Before computers, there were "computers," women who did the heavy math lifting with the pre-electronic tools available to them, namely their math-inclined brains. Would you recognize the names of ...

Unravel the Evolution of Gender Roles in Italian Families As a sociologist, you understand the profound impact that family dynamics have on society. Yet, the intricate evolution of gender roles within Italian families, from the Middle Ages to today, remains a complex puzzle. Are you seeking a comprehensive analysis that delves into these transformations and their societal implications? Discover how traditional gender roles have shaped and been reshaped by historical events, cultural shifts, and social movements in Italy. Gain insights into the historical foundations of Italian family ...

At the turn of the 20th century, in the village of Nagyrév, Hungary, midwife Zsuzsanna Fazekas was more than a caretaker—she was a confidante. She helped poor women give birth; she assisted them with abortions; and she listened. Their stories were the same: husbands who drank, who beat them, who made their lives unbearable. In response, Auntie Zsuzsi asked one question: "Why bother with them?" Her solution was arsenic.

Remembering Women argues that there is a historical precedent for a fairer society. From reappraisals of well-known objects such as the earliest human bone calendars from the Stone Age to revelatory findings of innovative bioarcheological methods used on human remains from Ancient Scythia, evidence is accumulating that there were places in the past where all women were allowed to thrive.