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OverviewThe adventures of eight inspiring women of the twentieth century. Mary Gibson Henry risked her life following her passion for new botanical species. During the Civil War, Katharine Wormeley worked aboard hospital ships and helped to save the lives of many sick and wounded soldiers. With a promise and a dollar and a half, Mary McLeod Bethune opened a school for African American girls in Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1904, at a time when schools were segregated. Award-winning author Penny Colman offers a compelling collection of true stories about eight women who were bold enough to confront obstacles and take risks in the pursuit of their goals. This is a book that celebrates the intelligence, fortitude, and courage of women. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Penny ColmanPublisher: Henry Holt & Company Imprint: Henry Holt & Company Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.290kg ISBN: 9780805097375ISBN 10: 0805097376 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 07 March 2006 Recommended Age: From 10 to 15 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviews* A daring and satisfying approach to a difficult subject. Publishers Weekly, starred review on CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS * This solid, sensitive book answers a wealth of questions young people have but often are too reluctant to ask. Booklist, starred review on CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS Praise for CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS: An ALA Top Ten Best Book for Young AdultsA Booklist Editors' ChoiceA Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Blue Ribbon BookA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA VOYA Nonfiction Honor BookA Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the YearA New York Public Library Best Book of the Year * A daring and satisfying approach to a difficult subject. -- Publishers Weekly , starred review * This solid, sensitive book answers a wealth of questions young people have but often are too reluctant to ask. -- Booklist , starred review <p>Praise for CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS: <p> <p>An ALA Top Ten Best Book for Young Adults<p>A Booklist Editors' Choice<p>A Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Blue Ribbon Book<p>A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year<p>A VOYA Nonfiction Honor Book<p>A Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year<p>A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year<p> <p>* A daring and satisfying approach to a difficult subject. -- Publishers Weekly , starred review<p> <p>* This solid, sensitive book answers a wealth of questions young people have but often are too reluctant to ask. -- Booklist , starred review * A daring and satisfying approach to a difficult subject. Publishers Weekly, starred review on CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS * This solid, sensitive book answers a wealth of questions young people have but often are too reluctant to ask. Booklist, starred review on CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS Praise for CORPSES, COFFINS, AND CRYPTS: An ALA Top Ten Best Book for Young AdultsA Booklist Editors' ChoiceA Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Blue Ribbon BookA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA VOYA Nonfiction Honor BookA Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the YearA New York Public Library Best Book of the Year * A daring and satisfying approach to a difficult subject. -- Publishers Weekly , starred review * This solid, sensitive book answers a wealth of questions young people have but often are too reluctant to ask. -- Booklist , starred review Author InformationPenny Colman is the author of many nonfiction books, including Corpses, Coffins, and Crypts. She lives in Englewood, New Jersey. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |