Aura LewisRecensioni

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Saw at Pelham library

An excellent biography of journalist, feminist, and activist Gloria Steinem, focused on her childhood, early adulthood, and the founding of Ms. magazine, which she co-founded with Dorothy Pitman Hughes.

Back matter includes a one-page biography, additional sources, and page-by-page notes with more detail and full names (e.g. Wilma Mankiller, Bella Abzug, David Bale).

See also: The Only Woman in the Photo: Frances Perkins and her New Deal for America

The art is also spectacular, the prose compact yet clear, the choices for profiles is well planned, but the ebook presentation sadly lacking. I think that this would be marvelous and motivating in print as the sisters chosen from around the globe and in the past couple of centuries is inspired and inspiring. The format is colorful and yet simple without being Grandma Moses. I think this book appeals to all ages and yet is suitable for ESL. If not your style, get one for your local library (who will be thrilled!).
I requested and received a free ebook copy from HarperCollins Children's Books/Quill Tree Books via NetGalley.

Using gorgeous watercolor illustrations, this biography of Gloria Steinem introduces young readers to the leader of the women’s liberation movement. Following her from childhood through her political awakening and beyond, Gloria’s Voice explains Steinem’s motivations and beliefs, as well as the obstacles she faced in fighting for women’s rights. Throughout, debut author and artist Aura Lewis highlights Gloria’s message of equality and the importance of believing in oneself. Every young person—but especially girls—will find inspiration in Gloria’s journey and this timely biography.