Breaking the Glass Ceiling: the Most Influential Women

When a bronze statue of a defiant young girl standing up to Wall Street's charging bull was installed in March 2017, the message was clear: women want their seats in the boardroom. In business, politics, and the arts, gender diversity is critical, and these collective biographies highlight the countless contributions women have made. Be it as activists, artists, scientists, politicians, and business leaders, women are a force to be reckoned with. Through these inspiring profiles,...
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When a bronze statue of a defiant young girl standing up to Wall Street's charging bull was installed in March 2017, the message was clear: women want their seats in the boardroom. In business, politics, and the arts, gender diversity is critical, and these collective biographies highlight the countless contributions women have made. Be it as activists, artists, scientists, politicians, and business leaders, women are a force to be reckoned with. Through these inspiring profiles, readers will understand how the "second sex" is taking the lead in every field. Features include: Highlights the diversity of women in each field, including race, gender identity, and abilities. Each book features a timeline highlighting women's growing presence in each field. Combines timely, high-interest figures with influential historical figures, enshrining today's female leaders in the canon of influential women.