This biography details the life of Nancy Pelosi, the first woman to serve as speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and the legislator who has earned a reputation as one of Washington's most liberal lawmakers.

Eleanor Roosevelt overcame many hardships throughout her life. Considered homely, Roosevelt grew up at the end of the Victorian era in an aristocratic family, where, as far as women were concerned, looks mattered more than intelligence. She lost both of her parents before she was 10 years old. This title explains the America's most notable women.

This former first lady and Yale law graduate was destined for political life. Hillary Rodham Clinton brought her intelligence and drive to numerous projects during her husband's presidency in the 1990s. This is a biography of her life and career.

Susan B. Anthony spent her life working to bring equality to women and African Americans. She wanted both groups to have the same educational opportunities, the same working options, and the same voting rights as white males. Read about this pioneer for equality in this book.

Marie Curie's life was a story of passion, obsession, ambition, and dreams. After earning her doctorate in physics, she rose to the ranks of her male peers, becoming the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in science. This book tells of her life and career.

When one of her recipes calls for 'EVOO', cooks knowingly reach for the extra-virgin olive oil. 'Rachael Ray' tells the story of a woman who has made a career of encouraging others to cook, eat, and love food.

Following her public announcement that she was gay, Ellen Degeneres was at a loss for work in the late 1990s. Here, Ellen tells her story, from her childhood in Louisiana and Texas to her rise as one of the most recognizable faces on television.

Martha Stewart's advocacy of homemaking has made her a household name synonymous with meticulous decorating and hostessing. This book illuminates the life of one of the most successful businesswomen of our time.

Venus and Serena Williams have dominated the tennis scene for years - winning numerous Grand Slam singles titles to become the first- and second-ranked tennis players in the world. Venus is known for her 127-mile-per-hour serve and her graceful agility on the court. Serena is known for her aggressive court style and fashion flair.

Covering noted historical and contemporary figures in the arts, business, sports, entertainment, politics, sciences, and social advocacy, among other fields, this series profiles women who have made significant and influential contributions to their professions and to the world at large.