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Drimmer, Stephanie Warren,

The book of heroines : tales of history's gutsiest gals / Stephanie Warren Drimmer. - Washington, D.C. : National Geographic 2016. - 175 pages; illustrations (chiefly color); 29 cm. - National geographic kids chapters .

Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Leading Ladies -- Gritty Girls -- Heroines On The Job -- Legendary Ladies -- Daring Dames -- Peace Heroines -- Ladies In Lab Coats -- Outstanding Animals.

"Everybody needs a role model! Discover true stories of superstars, war heroes, world leaders, gusty gals, and everyday women who changed the world. From Sacagawea to Mother Teresa, Annie Oakley to Malala Yousafzai, these famous women hiked up their pants and petticoats and charged full-speed ahead to prove girls are just as tough as boys ... maybe even tougher. Complete with amazing images and a fun design, this is the book that every kid with a goal, hope, or dream will want to own"--



ISBN: 9781426325571 1426325576 9781426325588 1426325584

LCCN: 2016027879

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Women heroes--Biography --Juvenile literature.
Women--Juvenile literature.--Biography
Courage--History --Anecdotes --Juvenile literature.
World history--Anecdotes --Juvenile literature.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
Biography.
History.

LC Class. No.: CT3207 / .D85 2016

Dewey Class. No.: 920.72