Gender studies: women and girls Books
University of British Columbia Press Queen of the Maple Leaf
Book SynopsisQueen of the Maple Leaf reveals the role of beauty pageants in entrenching settler femininity and white heteropatriarchy at the heart of twentieth-century Canada.Trade Review[Queen of the Maple Leaf] is a seminal contribution to better understanding how histories of women’s bodies make for legitimate historiography of settler colonialism, truth regimes and power dynamics within Canada. -- Isabelle Leblanc * Canadian Journal of History *[Queen of the Maple Leaf ] will be of interest to all who study nation making in Canada as a process involving intersecting categories of subject positions. -- Kate Korycki, Gender, Sexuality, and Women Studies, Western Univerity * University of Toronto Quarterly *Gentile’s compelling argument and sharp analysis of a diverse set of sources provide a rich examination of oft-trivialized beauty pageants. While Gentile hardly celebrates these events, she does allow room to consider women’s (uneven) agency. -- Laila Haidarali * Journal of the History of Sexuality *Table of ContentsIntroduction1 Beauty Queens and (White) Settler Nationalism2 Miss Canada and Gendering Whiteness3 Labour of Beauty4 Contesting Indigenous, Immigrant, and Black Bodies5 Miss Canada, Commercialization, and Settler AnxietyConclusionNotes; Bibliography; Index
£25.19
University of British Columbia Press The Juggling Mother
Book SynopsisThe Juggling Mother upends popular representations of the supermom, showing her to be a cultural construction and the model neoliberal worker.Trade ReviewWatson's book is a crucial, nuanced, and astute analysis of the ways in which our current capitalist system is failing mothers. -- Melinda Vandenbeld Giles, University of Toronto and Lakehead University * University of Toronto Quarterly *Table of Contents1 Coming Undone2 The Juggling Mother3 C-Suite Moms4 You Are What You Nurse5 Avoiding Regret6 Dropping the BallNotes; Works Cited; Index
£19.79
University of British Columbia Press Women Film and Law
Book SynopsisWomen, Film, and Law questions the criminalization of women through an engaging exploration of the women-in-prison film genre.Trade ReviewAn excellent analysis of the social significance of the women-in-prison genre. -- Mark Bernhardt * Criminal Law and Criminal Justice *Table of ContentsIntroduction1 A Genre of One’s Own2 Reforming Prisons, Transforming Women: Ann Vickers3 The Unattainability of Reform: Caged!4 Recuperating Exploitation: Caged Heat5 Representing Incarcerated Black Women: Stranger Inside and Civil Brand6 Representation and Recalibrating the WIP Genre: Orange Is the New BlackConclusionNotes; Selected Filmography; Index
£25.19
University of British Columbia Press Rare Merit
Book SynopsisRare Merit is a beautifully illustrated and astute examination of women photographers in Canada as it took shape in the nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries. Throughout, the camera was both a witness to the colonialism, capitalism, and gendered and racialized social organization, and a protagonist. And women across the country, whether residents or visitors, captured people and places that were entirely new to the lens. This book shows how they did so, and the meaning their work carries.Colleen Skidmore surveys the professional lives and photographs of nearly eighty women studio portraitists, travel documentarians, photojournalists, fine artists, hobbyists, and photographic printers from Lucy Maude Montgomery on Prince Edward Island to Élise Livernois in Quebec City, and from Margaret Bourke-White in the Arctic to Hannah Maynard on Vancouver Island.Why women? Why not women? Presenting the exceptional range and impact of their work, Rare MeriTrade Review"Fletcher’s story opens Rare Merit and skillfully articulates Skidmore’s main thesis: women’s histories are central to the medium, and women played a significant role in the development of Canadian photography." -- Siobhan Angus * Technology and Culture, vol. 64. no. 4 *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 The Daguerreans, 1841–61 2 The Livernois Studio, 1854–74 3 Notman’s Printing Room, 1860–80 4 The Maynard Studio, 1862–1912 5 The Moodie Studio, 1895–1905 6 Travel, Photography, and Photojournalism, 1872–1940 7 Commercial Studio Photographers, 1860–1940 8 Artists and Amateurs, 1890–1940 Conclusion Notes; Selected Bibliography; List of Illustrations; Index
£29.45
University of British Columbia Press Fighting Feelings
Book SynopsisFighting Feelings investigates the lived experiences of women of colour to reveal the complex ways that white supremacy is felt, endured, and navigated.Trade Review"This enlightening and affirming text investigates the memories women of color have of racialized violence and how differing narratives and emotions about white supremacy should be seen and encouraged instead of dismissed. On page 6, Charania literally says it’s ‘a book about race for the rest of us.’ It will provide deep relief and brilliant insights for many." -- Ms. Magazine
£69.70
University of Ottawa Press Sofia Tolstaya the Author
Book SynopsisDealing with the most topical questions of the time, Sofia Tolstaya's artistic worksfrom parables and short stories to novellas and memoirsnot only show deep insights into the historical context of nineteenth-century Russia, but also reveal the evolution of her feelings in her forty-eight-year marriage to Leo Tolstoy.
£32.00
Park Row Books Strung Out
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£13.29
Perfection Learning Having Our Say
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£17.78
David C Cook Wait and See Finding Peace in Gods Pauses and
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£12.99
David C Cook Publishing Company Unsinkable Faith
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£12.34
Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S. Wearing the Letter P Polish Women as Forced
Book SynopsisIn this unflinching, detailed portrait of a forgotten group of Nazi forced labor survivors, author Sophie Horodowicz Knab reveals the personal stories of hundreds of Polish women who were forced to leave their homes to work in Nazi German factories and farms during World War II. From sexual assault, starvation, and illness to tremendous physical and psychological trauma, the atrocities these women suffered have never been fully explored until now. Required to sew a large letter P onto their jackets, thousands of women, some as young as age 12, were taken from their homes in Poland and forced to work in Hitler's Germany for months and years on end. As mothers, wives, daughters, and sisters, female Polish forced laborers faced a unique set of challenges and often unspeakable conditions because of their gender. Compelled to learn more about her own mother's experience as a forced laborer, Sophie Hodorowicz Knab embarked on a personal quest to uncover details about this overlooked aspect of World War II history. She conducted extensive research in archives in the U.S., London, and Warsaw for over 14 years to piece together facts and individual stories.Knab explains how it all happened, from the beginning of Nazi occupation in Poland to liberation: the roundups; the horrors of transit camps; the living and working conditions of Polish women in agriculture and industry; and the anguish of sexual exploitation and forced abortionsall under the constant threat of concentration camps. Knab draws from documents, government and family records, rare photos, and most importantly, numerous victim accounts and diaries, letters and trial testimonies, finally giving these women a voice and bringing to light the atrocities that they endured.Trade Review“My mother, who was a Polish forced laborer from 1942 to 1945, never talked to me about her life during the war. Now I know. With a great combination of scholarly research and moving first person accounts, Knab’s Wearing the Letter P vividly describes the terrible, heartbreaking ordeal that my mother and hundreds of thousands of Poles suffered. She expertly sheds light on a part of World War II that’s been totally ignored.”—Charles Belfoure, author of The Paris Architect
£14.24
American Society of Civil Engineers Changing Our World True Stories of Women
Book SynopsisThrough real-life stories, this work celebrates the contributions of women engineers to various aspects of modern life. When placed in school libraries and counseling centers, it provides girls and their parents with an exciting exploration into what is possible. It offers young women inspiration and encouragement to pursue careers in engineering.
£48.80
American Society of Civil Engineers Women in Engineering Pioneers and Trailblazers
Book SynopsisIntroduces the visionary women who opened the door for female engineers. This book places the significant contributions women have made to engineering, in areas as diverse as construction management, environmental protection, and industrial efficiency, in their proper historical context.
£36.76
American Society of Civil Engineers Women in Engineering Professional Life
Book SynopsisIlluminates the professional lives of women engineers through articles, lectures, reports, and essays dating back to the 1920s. This anthology examines the state of employment opportunities for women, the gender gap, and opportunities for career advancement for women in engineering.
£32.76
Thomas Nelson Publishers A Brave Face
Book SynopsisThe inspirational story of an American woman who moved mountains to secure medical treatments—and eventually a home—for a young Iraqi girl severely burned in a roadside terror attack. This is a story of the astonishing power of self-sacrificial love.On a typical Sunday morning in 2006, Barbara Marlowe saw a photo that changed her life: a photo of four-year-old Teeba Furat Fadhil, whose face, head, and hands had been severely burned during a roadside bombing in the Diyala Province of Iraq. Teeba’s eyes captivated Barbara, and she yearned to help this child who had already endured more pain and suffering than anyone should bear.Because surgeons were fleeing the war-torn country, Teeba would be unable to receive much-needed treatments if she stayed in Iraq. With powerful faith and determination, Barbara overcame obstacle after obstacle to bring Teeba from Iraq to the United States for medical treatments.A Brave Face
£11.69
Thomas Nelson Publishers Boss Up
Book SynopsisFrom author, podcaster, and business owner Lindsay Teague Moreno, Boss Up! is a plan for moms and women to live the lives they’ve dreamed of and learn how to start and succeed in their own businesses.Trade Review'Boss Up! is a fantastic, straight-talking road map for getting started and for continuing to evolve and thrive as a woman entrepreneur. Lindsay takes the lessons she's learned through her own experience and shares them in an honest, humorous, and inspiring way. Boss Up! will make you want to dive right in and take the next steps forward no matter where you are in the process.' --Ali Edwards, business owner, AliEdwards.com'Boss Up! is the guide I wish I'd had when starting my own business. Lindsay delivers hard-nosed business advice while making you laugh out loud with the realities of being both a mom and entrepreneur. With contagious enthusiasm and practical tips, this is the book to read if you want to grow your business.' --Tonya Dalton, author, The Joy of Missing Out, and inkWELL Press Productivity Co. CEO'Boss Up! should be mandatory reading for every female entrepreneur. It's what you wish your girlfriend had told you about what it takes and what to expect as a mom, wife, and badass business owner. Lindsay's relatable humor will have you laughing while you lap up invaluable lessons on mind-set and strategy and the skills you need to kill in business without the guilt.' --Chalene Johnson, New York Times bestselling author and business and lifestyle expert'Boss Up! will make you laugh, cry, and then you'll want to get out and hustle! As a fellow stay-at-home mom turned business owner, this book feels like home! Lindsay gets it. Tried and true. Boss Up! will give you the permission to get out there and fuel the fire that is already burning within you!' --Chari Pack, Persnickety Prints founder'For the seven years I've known Lindsay professionally, I've always been deeply inspired by her passion for helping women find their life purpose. She shows women around the world, regardless of circumstances, that with the right tools, perspective, and personal authenticity, they, too, can be successful in every aspect of life. Boss Up! is another fantastic example of her dedication to momtrepreneurs everywhere. If you're interested in building a business, growing your profile as a thought leader, or just need some motivation in life, do yourself a huge favor and read this book.' --Jared Turner, entrepreneur and Young Living Essential Oils president'If I ever need someone to kick my butt, supercharge my creativity, or call me out on something silly I'm doing in my business, Lindsay is who I reach out to. Get ready. You're about to meet one of my favorite business leaders ever. And if you do even 10 percent of what this book suggests, things are about to grow for your business in the best possible way.' --Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author, Finish'In an age when it's easy to call yourself an entrepreneur, here is a book that tells you the truth about the hard, beautiful, rewarding work of owning a business. Boss Up! is the most practical guide to running a business I have ever read; every woman should read it.' --Jeff Goins, bestselling author, The Art of Work'Lindsay combines both heartfelt vulnerability with no-nonsense practicality in a way that speaks to today's female business owner. She makes not-so-sexy topics, like finding your niche, standard operating procedures, and managing a team, feel fun and doable. As an artist, I could've used a book like this five years ago when I was just starting out. This is the book I needed then, and it's what I need now as I continue to be a leader in my industry.' --Amira Rahim, Better Than Art School creator'Lindsay cuts through the crap and gets to the heart of what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. This book will guide you through building an effective business the same way your mom guided you through life--with love, support, and a healthy kick in the butt when you need it.' --Elizabeth Giorgi, Emmy Award winner and Mighteor Studios founder'Lindsay knows what she's doing, and her energy and enthusiasm come through on every page. Boss Up! will make you want to get up and go!' --Elise Blaha Cripe, author, Big Dreams, Daily Joys, Get to Work Book creator'Lindsay Teague Moreno is a no-fluff, no-fear leader for entrepreneurs. This book is the perfect guide to starting a business and fulfilling your dreams.' --John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned leadership expert'My only complaint with Lindsay's book is that I didn't have it when I started my business seven years ago. Lindsay has the sharp mind of a woman who means business but the heart and humor of a friend you want to talk to for hours. As an entrepreneur who doesn't have kids, I do want them in my future, and reading Boss Up! left me optimistic, not with it being just an option but a wonderful option for me.' --Jess Ekstrom, Headbands of Hope founder and author, Chasing the Bright Side'You think you know what to expect from business books? Think again! Lindsay breaks the business book mold with Boss Up! She'll have you simultaneously laughing and learning with her no-nonsense humorous approach. Lindsay's entrepreneurial success is impressive, but even more impressive is her ability to share those lessons with others.' --Carrie Colbert, entrepreneur and investor'You will absolutely snort-laugh and definitely ugly-cry while learning these actionable, no-BS lessons for building a killer business--and becoming a better you while you do it. You've been warned y'all!' --Kelsey Humphreys, author and motivational comedian
£19.00
Thomas Nelson Publishers Nerves of Steel
Book SynopsisTammie Jo Shults grew up watching Air Force pilots hone their skills in the skies overhead her ranch home, not knowing she would one day use those same skills to save lives on Flight 1380.Trade Review'Nerves of Steel is truly one of the most inspiring, beautifully written, and important books of my lifetime. I am an avid reader, but Tammie Jo's story resonated with me like no other. She is a champion for not only women but for all who want to be better, stronger, and more loving human beings. Her story and life lessons should be read by everyone. She is a model of faith, ferocity, and femininity. Despite her unique and extraordinary story, Nerves of Steel is so relatable--I felt I was by Tammie Jo's side marveling and cheering her on through every twist and turn of her life. And what a life she has had. I will tell everyone I know about this book. Must-read should be shouted from the rooftops.' --Martha Raddatz, ABC News Chief Global Affairs Correspondent and bestselling author, The Long Road Home'Captain Tammie Jo Shults is a hometown hero to South Texans. More than that, Tammie Jo is a hero of faith. Her nerves of steel were forged in learning to trust God in all seasons--through times of turbulence and periods of testing--and to keep Him in the center of her life. In Nerves of Steel, she reminds us that life's challenges and the choices we make equip us to face anything with confidence and that we don't face them alone.' --Max Lucado, pastor and bestselling author, How Happiness Happens'It is not often that one has the opportunity to be a hero and even more seldom does that opportunity come along twice. Tammie Jo Shults's inspirational story is one of service, grit, and humbling endurance in the face of discrimination and visceral danger. Her persistence paved the way for countless pilots to follow, and against all odds her composure saved the lives of 148 people on that Southwest flight. I feel honored to know her and to have read her story and am excited that others get the chance to see what true courage looks like.' --Peter Berg, director, producer, writer, and actor'Most people know Tammie Jo Shults from her landing of Southwest Airlines Flight 1380. But it was quieter moments that defined her--from the work ethic she learned growing up on her family's farm to overcoming financial adversity and gender discrimination. In this deeply personal account of her life story, Tammie Jo shows us how the nerves of steel that helped her safely land the damaged aircraft had been forged from lessons learned during seasons of turbulence in her life. Tammie Jo is living proof that the real mark of heroes is not the feats they achieve but their capacity for hope, resiliency, and caring for others. Her story will certainly resonate with women who have had to swim upstream in fields traditionally dominated by men, but the lessons of perseverance she learned along the way will inspire anyone who is facing bumps on the road to achieving their own dreams.' --Penny Pennington, managing partner, Edward Jones'Southwest Flight 1380 might have been the first time many of us heard the name Tammie Jo Shults, but it won't be the last. From a life of service to God, her family, and others--which includes navigating the rigors of the military--Tammie Jo has continually modeled how hard work and sacrifice become the building blocks of a life well-lived. Don't miss this rich, inspiring story of overcoming challenges that by their nature prepare us for what's ahead. It's proof positive that when we do what God calls us to do, He will provide the nerves of steel we need to do it.' --Dr. Robert Jeffress, senior pastor, First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas'Tammie Jo Shults is a hero in every sense of the word, shown not only through her leadership and skill during the compound emergencies of Southwest Flight 1380 but with all she has accomplished during an incredible career. Tammie Jo is, however, more than a hero: she is a role model to young and old, in her community and across the country. She has an inspiring life story to tell, one that crosses decades of accomplishments while overcoming serious obstacles--ultimately leading to triumph in faith, family, and flight. Nerves of Steel gives us the real Tammie Jo and lets us understand what a truly amazing person she is in all aspects of life. It has been my distinct honor and privilege to have flown with Tammie Jo and become close personal friends. Anyone looking for inspiration, courage, and heroics will find them in this book.' --Captain Darren Ellisor, Southwest Flight 1380 First Officer'Tammie Jo Shults is one gutsy woman who didn't let the glass ceiling in a man's world keep her from shattering it and pursuing her own dream. As a pilot for almost fifty years, I am inspired and blessed to know her and her family. This riveting story profiles a remarkable lady with a sure destination and nerves of steel.' --Franklin Graham, president and CEO, Samaritan's Purse and Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
£15.99
Thomas Nelson Publishers Chasing the Bright Side Embrace Optimism Activate
Book SynopsisEntrepreneur and speaker Jess Ekstrom helps readers let go of cynicism and negativity and start viewing their challenges through the lens of opportunity and optimism, showing us how to start seeing the good in the world so that we can become the good in the world.Trade Review'Chasing the Bright Side is essential reading for anyone facing a challenge, in work or in life. With emotion, humility, and humor (and some amazing stories), Jess Ekstrom not only demonstrates how anyone with a dream can eventually persevere, but also shows by example how we all can tap into the passion to do so. It's the book I wish I had read before starting my own entrepreneurial journey, but luckily it's not too late for everyone else. I'll be recommending this book to my own children, to the aspiring entrepreneurs I work with, and to everyone I meet who aspires to find more purpose in their life. It's a page-turner that you won't be able to put down until you've finished but holds lessons that will reveal themselves to you for a lifetime.' Marc Randolph, Netflix cofounder and first CEO'Full disclosure: I am a huge Jess Ekstrom fan! I have seen firsthand her passion, impact, and joy for changing the lives of all she serves. Chasing the Bright Side is more than a blueprint for creating a social and business impact for new and existing leaders; it is a map to changing the world.' Ron Kitchens, CEO of Southwest Michigan First and author of Uniquely You and Community Capitalism'Immerse yourself in Jess Ekstrom's entrepreneurial optimism and allow her remarkable journey to convince you page by page that you can achieve great things in business and life. Jess is one of my favorite girls--her big heart and self-taught tenacity touch thousands of people, making her a genuine hero to those she serves and a leader for the business community to emulate. I've jumped at every chance to feature Jess and her Headbands of Hope mission on national TV because it inspires everyone, regardless of circumstance, to chase the bright side.' Tory Johnson, Good Morning America contributor, New York Times bestselling author, and speaker'Jess Ekstrom exudes what it means to be a Catalyst leader. She's a true hope dealer and is inspiring a new generation of change-makers. Chasing the Bright Side is not just a great book; it's a lifestyle manifesto! If you're looking to be inspired, filled up with hope, and raise your overall optimism quotient, read this book!' Brad Lomenick, former president of Catalyst and author of The Catalyst Leader and H3 Leadership'Jess Ekstrom gives you a window into the soul of entrepreneurial optimism and tenacity in a way no other book does. Her transparency and humor will delight you and embolden you to believe that anything is possible.' Nancy Duarte, CEO and bestselling author'Jess Ekstrom's Chasing the Bright Side will empower you to step up, take risks, and learn by doing. With humor and admirable transparency about her missteps, Jess will inspire you to live with purpose and do important work that has a profound impact on those around you.' Kristen Hadeed, author of Permission to Screw Up and founder of Student Maidand trade;'Optimism is a daily choice. It's not naive or Pollyanna; it's a foundation for success in life. In Chasing the Bright Side, Jess Ekstrom will motivate you see your challenges as opportunities to learn and grow and believe the best is yet to come. Every day you can focus on being positive, working hard, and making others around you better, and Jess's inspiring message will help you get there.' Jon Gordon, bestselling author of The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership'Optimism is never accidental. Jess Ekstrom knows this better than anyone. I love that she's given practical, encouraging, empowering steps to discovering what it takes to lead with optimism. Read this today if you want to change your tomorrow.' Jon Acuff, New York Times bestselling author of Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done'The key to your success is waiting for you inside the pages of Jess Ekstrom's new book, Chasing the Bright Side. She had me highlighting and nodding my head in agreement throughout the entire book. Jess's experience and writing style will have you doing the same. Your success needs an experienced cheerleader, and she's waiting for you in the pages of this book.' Lindsay Teague Moreno, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of Boss Up!'There's no better way to transform your life than by transforming your mind-set. In Chasing the Bright Side, Jess Ekstrom will motivate you to believe that something better is possible and empower you to create lasting positive change. Optimism is a choice, and when you choose to embrace it, there's no limit to the good you can create in your life and in the world.' Jack Canfield, coauthor of the New York Times bestselling Chicken Soup for the Souland reg; series and author of The Success Principlesand trade;'Three things you can control in life are your attitude, your effort, and your actions. If you're ready to see challenges as opportunities for growth, Chasing the Bright Side is the guide you need.' Marie Forleo, author of Everything Is Figureoutable'We often believe we need grit or perseverance to overcome our struggles and our failure, but optimism is the secret ingredient to true success. Jess's inspiring story of resilience and positivity shows us that true optimism is possible, even in our darkest hours. Chasing the Bright Side is a realistic look at how we can shift our mind-set to see the positive and live a life that feels happier.' Tonya Dalton, author of The Joy of Missing Out and CEO of inkWELL Press Productivity Co.
£19.00
Thomas Nelson Better Together How Women and Men Can Heal the
Book SynopsisIn light of recent cultural events and movements, how can women and men live and work together again, seeing it not as an unmovable issue but an opportunity for change?Trade Review'Danielle Strickland is not only a world-class speaker that can inspire a room of thousands; she is a passionate activist for justice and compassion. Spending time with Danielle inspires you that mercy is worth pursuing and change is possible. That is illustrated in this book on equity, a subject that is crucial for our world to grapple with right now. Read this and be ready to play your part in the revolution.' Social entrepreneur, consultant, author of Faitheism'Danielle Strickland is one of the most important prophetic voices of our time. In her new book, Better Together, she brilliantly outlines the current cultural divide between the sexes and then, with visionary inspiration, shows us the way to a better tomorrow. This is a must-read book!' Dave Ferguson Author of Hero Maker'Danielle Strickland is perhaps one of the greatest minds in Christianity today. Anything she writes is guaranteed to change your life or the way you view God.' Sam Collier International speaker, TV and radio host of A Greater Story'Danielle Strickland leads the way in addressing a vitally important issue for the church. This book is fascinating, challenging, and timely. It is well-researched and beautifully written by someone who is a role model in the area of unity and reconciliation. I recommend it highly.' Nicky Gumbel Vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton Church, founder of Alpha, author of The Bible in One Year'Danielle Strickland understands what it means to fight for a better future. She realizes brokenness leads to better stories and difficult conversations lead to better connections. In this book she addresses the inequities and injustices that make it nearly impossible, but even more important to have a level playing field. Whether it's recognizing opportunities to improve or acknowledging obstacles that keep us from being better, Danielle has unusual and compassionate insight. This book doesn't offer easy answers or casual blame. Instead, Danielle insists that we drive toward solutions that celebrate both our differences and our diversities. For Danielle, it's not political; it's personal. It's personal because of the people she's known, the realities she's seen, and the overpowering hope she holds to.' Reggie Joiner Founder of Orange/The reThink Group'I consider Danielle Strickland to be a world-impacting leader and that just about anything she says ought to be taken very seriously. Better Together is such a book. It is a compelling call to restore the God-given co-agency to women in every domain of society. It's been two thousand years since Jesus set women free from oppressive patriarchy; let's get this done already!' Alan Hirsch Award-winning author of Reframation and 5Q, founder of Movement Leaders Collective, Forge International, and 100 Movements'In Better Together, Danielle Strickland provides a practical and timely picture of what could be. A glimpse of the 'strategically hopeful.' Freedom fighters, justice advocates, influencers, and thought leaders all united to not just dream of a better story, but to actually create one. Grab this book and join the movement!' Brad Lomenick Founder of BLINC, author of H3 Leadership and The Catalyst Leader'It's hard to think of a subject more universally important than this, nor a person better positioned to address it than Danielle Strickland. At a time of such pain and antipathy between the sexes, Danielle's voice rings out with prophetic conviction and biblical clarity, mapping out a path for reconciliation and hope.' Pete Greig Leader of 24-7 Prayer International, senior pastor of Emmaus Rd, UK'There are more than a few gaps remaining in the relationship between men and women in leadership. Danielle does a brilliant job of compelling us, men and women alike, to work toward a strong, healthy future. What you lose in ignoring the issues costs everyone, including you. If you're looking for practical steps to take and compelling reasons to take them, this book holds the road map.' Carey Nieuwhof Author and founding pastor of Connexus Church'There is an urgent need for the message Danielle is presenting in her latest book, Better Together. The church greatly needs this reminder to rediscover the Edenic vision of male and female co-reigning in mutual honor and interdependence (Genesis 1:26)--thereby bringing the kingdom of God to earth.' Colonel Janet Munn Director of The Salvation Army's International Social Justice Commission'This book should be required reading for every Christian. Drawing on years of experience, research, and with great grace, wisdom, and prophetic insight, Danielle urges us to pursue healthy relationships between men and women, for the sake of our witness in this world, to fulfill the mission of the church, and for future generations.' Christine Caine Founder of Propel Women and A21'This is an incredibly important book! We desperately need to create a better world, and Danielle Strickland unpacks how to do it--together. I recommend this book for every person trying to live a better way.' Jo Saxton Director of 3DM, author of Real God, Real Life'When it comes to gender issues in the workplace, ministries, and life in general, it's pretty obvious we're facing significant challenges. Thankfully, Danielle Strickland has written this timely, needed, and necessary book, Better Together. Danielle has a unique ability to navigate tricky terrain with truth, boldness, gentleness, and courage. This book will not only lovingly correct, but also inspire and instruct both men and women with grace and understanding. We need each other to do everything we are called and created to do! This subject is important to God. As Danielle writes, 'We aren't just cleaning up a mess. We are building a new world.' And we are unquestionably better together!' Craig Groeschel Pastor of Life.Church, New York Times bestselling author
£14.24
Thomas Nelson Publishers More Than a Mom
Book SynopsisWhat if taking care of yourself was the first step to helping your family thrive?If you’ve parented long enough, then you’ve learned firsthand why your personal wellness matters. You’ve felt the pain (or consequences) of devaluing yourself. Whether your wake-up call came from a diagnosis, a breakdown, an issue with your child or spouse, anxiety, or simply feeling depleted and numb, it most likely unveiled this truth: Mothers are humans too. We require love, compassion, rest, and renewal. Taking care of our needs strengthens us and equips us for the road ahead. In More Than a Mom, bestselling author Kari Kampakis offers a practical, approachable, and attainable framework to stay on a healthy path. You can take your kids only as far as you’ve come–and since their strength builds on your strength, you must take time to focus on you. More Than a Mom is about unleashing God’s po
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HarperCollins Focus Brilliance Beyond Borders
Book SynopsisWhat if the traditional narrative about immigrant women--that those who come to the United States will succeed as long as they work hard, stay focused, and have supportive families--is a lie? Of the 73 million women in the US workforce, 11.5 million are foreign-born. The truth is--even in the midst of headlines and political debates about immigration reform and in the wake of MeToo and other female-centric movements--millions of immigrants, especially women, aren’t living their fullest potential.Based on her personal experience and the stories of trailblazing women from around the world and in diverse industries, author Chinwe Esimai shares five indispensable traits that make an ocean of difference between immigrants who live as mere shadows of their truest potential and those who find purpose and fulfillment--what Chinwe refers to as their immigrace:Saying yes to your immigrace, an immigrant woman’s expression of her highes
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HarperCollins Focus Practically Divine
Book SynopsisBecca Stevens--social justice entrepreneur, childhood sexual abuse survivor, episcopal priest, and Thistle Farms founder--shares how she, along with the hundreds of women her organizations have helped out of prostitution, trafficking, and addiction, have found healing by recognizing the practically divine love surrounding and within all of us.Trade Review'President of Thistle Farms, a Nashville-based organization that helps women leave abusive and dangerous situations and puts them on a path to healing and reclaiming their lives, Episcopalian priest Becca Stevens preaches love and acceptance in this book. Embracing the divine influence in one's life can look like many things, she says: a walk in the woods, a chat with a friend, making the best of a bad situation, and above all, loving one another. Stevens' father was killed when she was young, leaving her mother to raise Stevens and her siblings on her own. Still, Stevens looks back fondly on her childhood, and frequently references her mother's words of wisdom. She bravely writes about her past trauma, explaining how she held onto her faith to get her through. Drawing from her personal experiences and those of the women she's worked with in social justice organizations all over the world, Stevens' empathy for others in tough situations shines through as, without ever passing judgment, she offers readers hope, love, and understanding.' * Booklist *
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Thomas Nelson Won by Love
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Thomas Nelson Publishers Closer Than Your Next Breath
Book SynopsisGod is omnipresent—meaning He''s here, there, everywhere all at the same time—so no matter what you''re going through today or worried about facing tomorrow, He is closer than you can imagine, and His presence changes everything.The God of creation cares deeply about every detail of our personal lives. He''s in charge of every galaxy and has named every star. He also knows about the hurts in our hearts and the hairs on our heads. He''s near and far. His glory fills the universe, and yet He''s up close and involved.Though we believe in our minds that God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-present, sometimes we don''t feel his closeness. How can we walk boldly in our faith, expecting Him to draw near to us as we draw near to Him, as promised in the book of James? In Closer Than Your Next Breath, bestselling author, speaker, and radio host Susie Larson helps readers experience God''s trustworthiness and love—even when they fe
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McFarland & Company Colonial Women
Book SynopsisThe 23 European women featured in this collective biography were among the earliest arrivals in Colonial America. They came to found their homes in a wilderness or to carry out the work of their religious denomination.Trade ReviewAuthor spins readable tales...they get to the heart of this story of enduring importance." —Public Library Quarterly
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McFarland & Company Thousands of Roads A Memoir of a Young Womans
Book SynopsisThis dramatic and poignant memoir tells of Maria's recruitment into underground service at the age of fourteen, her participation in resistance activities during the War, captures and escapes from the KGB and many other accounts.Trade ReviewCaptivating." —Public Library Quarterly"Dramatic…fascinating memoir…countless interesting details…captivating." —Seer
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McFarland & Company Women Performing Music
Book Synopsis This book explores the experiences of women from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries who pursued careers as public performers, charting a new course in an era when women''s musical activities were generally consigned to the parlor. Certain instruments had historically evolved as appropriate for women, and the flamboyant personalities and extroverted emotionalism of Romantic virtuosos and conductors were the antithesis of those qualities traditionally admired in women. However, this work presents an unusual group of young women who nonetheless became noted virtuosos, studying abroad as teenagers and touring North America upon their return. Detailed profiles are given of three remarkable musicians from among that unusual group: Fannie Bloomfield-Zeisler (1863-1927)--virtuoso pianist, wife and mother; Ethel Leginska (1886-1970)--pianist, conductor, and 1920s new woman; and Antonia Brico (1902-1989)--conductor and transitional figure to the late twentieth century. A con
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McFarland & Company Women College Basketball Coaches
Book SynopsisOffers an analysis of the role of women coaches in college basketball and provides a detailed history of women's involvement in college sports, as well as insights into the work of the great women coaches of the past and present, all highlighted through interviews with some of the most important women coaches of today.
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McFarland & Company Women Stage Directors Speak Exploring the
Book SynopsisHere, 35 contemporary women directors, with regional, national and international backgrounds, share their views on the creative process, and how their gender has influenced their artistic decision-making.Trade ReviewExtensive and scholarly...recommended as an excellent and valuable addition to theater and women's studies collections." —Library Journal"The directors are well chosen for their ability to examine their experiences in the theater. Recommended for all academic and professional libraries." —Choice"Quite thorough...fascinating and informative." —Theatre Journal
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McFarland & Company Women Authors of Detective Series Twenty American
Book SynopsisThis work presents information on 20 British and American women detective authors who wrote during the 20th century. British authors include: Agatha Christie, Dorothy Sayers, Gladys Mitchell and Ruth Rendell. US authors include Patricia Highsmith, Edna Buchanan, Sue Grafton and Megan Rust.
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McFarland & Co Inc The Women of Afghanistan Under the Taliban
Book SynopsisThis work addresses the religion, revolution and national identity of Afghan women and places them within their gender-political and religious-political roles, thus elevating our understanding of their abuse, imprisonment and murder and offering a basis for their rehabilitation.
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McFarland & Co Inc The Women of Warner Brothers
Book Synopsis The lives and careers of Warner Brothers'' screen legends Joan Blondell, Nancy Coleman, Bette Davis, Olivia de Havilland, Glenda Farrell, Kay Francis, Ruby Keeler, Andrea King, Priscilla Lane, Joan Leslie, Ida Lupino, Eleanor Parker, Ann Sheridan, Alexis Smith, and Jane Wyman are the topic of this book. Some achieved great success in film and other areas of show business, but others failed to get the breaks or became victims of the studio system''s sometimes unpleasant brand of politics. The personal and professional obstacles that each actress encountered are here set out in detail, often with comments from the actresses who granted interviews with the author and from those people who knew them best on and off the movie set. A filmography is included for each of the fifteen.
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McFarland & Company All Things Altered Women in the Wake of Civil War
Book SynopsisThis work examines the problems that Southern women faced during the Reconstruction Era as mothers, wives, daughters or sisters of men burdened with financial difficulties and Republicanism. Specific illustrations of their tribulations are provided with letters and diaries of five women.
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McFarland & Company Shakespeares Daughters
Book SynopsisThe father-daughter relationship was one that Shakespeare explored again and again. This work considers Capulet in ""Romeo and Juliet"" as an inept father to Juliet, and Prospero in ""The Tempest"" as an able mentor to Miranda. It also considers Hermia in ""A Midsummer Night's Dream"", amongst others.
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McFarland & Co Inc Abortion and Divorce Law in Ireland
Book Synopsis In 1991, the people of Ireland elected Mary Robinson, a women''s rights crusader who supported legalized birth control and divorce, as their president. The country seemed poised for massive social and legal change, but it became apparent that even though Ireland at the dawn of the 21st century would be very different from the Ireland of the past, many fundamentals would remain the same. This book examines Irish abortion and divorce law in their historical, religious, and cultural contexts. Its main focus is on the well-publicized referenda and court cases of the 1980s and 1990s, with special attention given to their roots and potential long-term effects on the communitarian Irish culture and opportunities for Irish women. The author identifies and discusses three forces that have affected Irish law and mores, especially those relating to abortion and divorce: economic insecurity; a sense of group loyalty and identification, particularly within families and churches; and Table of Contents Acknowledgments Preface PART I 1. After the "Coffee and Condoms Revolution": Communitarianism in 21st Century Irish Law 2. "The Land of Happy Wars and Sad Love Songs" 3. The de Valera Vision: The Irish Constitution 4. What Kind of Country? Social Change from 1950 to 1980 PART II 5. The 1980s and the Rise of Modern Abortion and Divorce Law 6. The Equal Right to Life of the Mother 7. The Lone Irish Rights Bearer of the 1990s 8. On Tara Road: Women and Flourishing 9. Keeping Their Rough Edges: Constitutional Consent in Ireland 10. Conclusion Chapter Notes Bibliography Index
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McFarland & Company The Makeover in Movies Before and After in
Book SynopsisBeginning in 1942 with 'Now, Voyager', this book traces the history of the movie makeover, the pivotal moment when the dowdy girl is revealed as a glamour goddess.
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McFarland & Company A Womans Work Writing Baseball History with Harold Seymour
Book SynopsisIt was after Dr. Seymour's passing that other researchers learned that his wife, Dorothy Jane Mills, was the unattributed co-author of much of his work. This memoir reveals details of the author's partnership with baseball's most revered historian. The book contains numerous photographs from the author's personal collection.
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McFarland & Co Inc Behind the Gstring
Book Synopsis In recent years, the number of strip clubs in the United States has increased dramatically. Dressed up with terms such as gentlemen''s clubs, they often feature valet parking, limousines, executive dining rooms, extravagant menus-and, of course, topless or nude women dancing on stage. Stripping has become a big business, with over 3.5 million people, primarily men, attending clubs each week. But what about the women who perform in the clubs? Why do they do it? What is their perception of their job? Numerous interviews with working strippers accompany extensive research in the literature. Some strippers see stripping as simply a job, others view it with a degree of embarrassment, while many see it as an opportunity for empowerment. Few became strippers by design but a surprising number continue to strip for many years. The use of drugs and instances of abuse are covered, as are the views of the strippers'' families.
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McFarland and Company, Inc. Women Pilots of Alaska 36 Interviews and Profiles
Book SynopsisThe acceptance and recognition of women's participation and achievements in development of aviation was very slow. This work explores the challenges faced by women of Alaska as they pursued roles in aviation - something that had long been considered part of ""the men's world"".
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McFarland & Company Barbara Kingsolver McFarland Literary Companion 2
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McFarland & Company A Genealogy of the Wives of the American
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McFarland & Company Thelma and Louise and Women in Hollywood
Book SynopsisExamines the cultural impact of ""Thelma and Louise"". This book looks at the role of women in media and the underrepresentation of women in the film industry, on and off screen. It also examines ""Thelma and Louise's"" public reception, the controversy it generated, the reviews it received, and the many ways it is referenced in popular culture.
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McFarland & Co Inc Female Suicide Bombers
Book SynopsisDiscusses the history of suicide bombing and profiles the female suicide bomber. This work raises the question of why women are used as bombers and explores the Western societal biases that tend to cast women in nonviolent roles. Battlegrounds discussed include Lebanon, Turkey, Sri Lanka, Chechnya, and Israel and Palestine.
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McFarland & Co Inc Women of the Western Frontier in Fact Fiction and
Book Synopsis This work provides factual accounts of women of the Old West in contrast to their depictions on film and in fiction. The lives of Martha Calamity Jane Canary and Belle The Bandit Queen Starr are first detailed; one discovers that Starr was indeed friends with notorious bank robbers of the time, including Jesse James and Cole Younger, but was herself primarily a cattle and horse thief. Wives and lovers of some of the West''s most famous outlaws are covered in the second section along with real-life female entertainers, prostitutes and gamblers. Native Americans, entrepreneurs, doctors, reformers, artists, writers, schoolteachers, and other such respectable women are covered in the third section.
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McFarland & Company Women Pioneers of Medical Research Biographies of
Book SynopsisProfiles 25 women who have made significant contributions to medical research, including Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, Lydia Folger Fowler, Virginia Apgar, and Rosalind Franklin. This book includes a general introduction and covers the women's childhood or family background, their formal education, and their most valuable contributions to the field.
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McFarland & Company Dressing Joan of Arc The Costuming and
Book Synopsis Historical opinions regarding Joan of Arc are fraught with contradiction. As one of the most widely studied women in history, she has been labeled both a saint and a criminal, both a pioneering feminist and an unnatural transvestite. This work explores the attitudes that have followed Joan of Arc for centuries, beginning with the notions of gender and authority in the 15th century during Joan''s criminal trials. The book''s central premise explores the interconnected social and political threads that informed the decision to canonize Joan of Arc in the nineteenth century, with extensive analysis of the many biographies that appeared during and after the canonization itself. Depictions of her as a leader contradict those that cast her as an obedient child. Dolgin traces the prevalent portrayals of Joan as a cultural icon for disparate social and political agendas. A unique focus on the role of women''s clothing and the feminine image prevails throughout the book, with special attention to the portrayals of Joan of Arc and women in paintings, war posters, theater productions, and films during the early 20th century.
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McFarland & Company What American Women Did 17891920 A Yearbyyear
Book SynopsisChronicles what American women did from the emergence of the republic through the end of World War I and the passage of the Nineteenth Amendment. This book depicts a spectrum of activities, showing their many accomplishments and how their activities affected the world around them.
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McFarland & Company The Control of Childbirth Mothers Versus Medicine
Book SynopsisDescribes childbirth practices as they have developed through the ages. This work also describes and critiques the evolution of modern midwifery and obstetrics, focusing on how, why, and when the process of childbirth became a sterile, male-dominated, and medically oriented event.
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