Titres dans Femmes

Alle bambine ribelli di tutto il mondo: sognate più in grande, puntate più in alto, lottate con più energia. E, nel dubbio, ricordate: avete ragione voi. C'era una volta una bambina che amava le macchine e amava volare; c'era una volta una bambina che scoprì la metamorfosi delle farfalle... Da Serena Williams a Malala Yousafzai, da Rita Levi Montalcini a Frida Kahlo, da Margherita Hack a Michelle Obama, sono 100 le donne raccontate in queste pagine.

“This rich volume is a national treasure.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Captivating, informative, and inspiring…Easy to follow and hard to put down.” —School Library Journal (starred review) The inspiring autobiography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, who helped launch...

Born in Warsaw, Poland, on November 7, 1867, Marie Curie was forbidden to attend the male-only University of Warsaw, so she enrolled at the Sorbonne in Paris to study physics and mathematics. There she met a professor named Pierre Curie, and the two soon married, forming one of the most famous...

The United States of America is almost 250 years old, but American women won the right to vote less than a hundred years ago. And when the controversial nineteenth amendment to the U.S. Constitution-the one granting suffrage to women-was finally ratified in 1920, it passed by a mere one-vote...

Alexandra David-Néel, eine der größten und eigenwilligsten Abenteurerinnen des 20. Jahrhunderts, entdeckt früh ihre Leidenschaft für außergewöhnliche Reisen und Expeditionen. Mit 17 Jahren reißt sie das erste Mal von zu Hause aus, um den St. Gotthard Pass zu Fuß zu überqueren. Als erste Frau studiert sie an der Sorbonne am Institut für orientalische Sprachen. Sie gilt als die erste Ausländerin die nach Tibet kommt und dort den Buddhismus erforscht und praktiziert.

Tireless worker, skillful negotiator, bold spokesperson for the rights of all mankind: more than a century after her birth, Eleanor Roosevelt remains one of the most admired women the world has ever known. Her development from timid and uncertain young woman to confident, courageous adult capable of dealing with both personal tragedy and public notoriety makes an inspiring story - especially for female listeners.

Lanceuse d'alerte ou marathonienne, star hollywoodienne ou capitaine de police, les Culottées n'ont jamais rien lâché pour faire voler en éclats les préjugés. Marina Rollman et neuf comédien·ne·s nous emportent dans la vie de ces femmes à la détermination incroyable.

You are magic, baby! Listen along with this empowering testament to perseverance and talent, celebrating the unstoppable spirit of Ariana Grande. YOU ARE MAGIC chronicles the awe-inspiring journey of the multitalented star, whose resilience, creativity, and passion have made her a force to be...

In partnership with Jacqueline Woodson, Listening Library is producing a special multi-cast edition of Brown Girl Dreaming to celebrate its enduring legacy. Narrators will be announced soon! NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The acclaimed author of Red at the Bone...

In 1967, a 13-year-old girl named Maureen Wilton set the women's world marathon record, running 26.2 miles in 3:15:23. Nicknamed “Little Mo” by her track teammates, Wilton was already a headline-making athlete. But her accomplishment was greeted with controversy and misogynistic accusations of cheating. Wilton receded into the background, left the sport, and kept her achievement secret. This is the story of what happened and how Maureen found her way back to the sport decades later as the mother of a young runner herself.

Harriet Tubman was a conductor of the Underground Railroad, a nurse and spy during the Civil War, and an advocate for the Women's Suffrage Movement. Her dangerous journey from enslavement to freedom, along with her commitment to liberating others from the chains of slavery, has inspired countless generations. This short and lively biography invites middle-grade listeners to explore Tubman's extraordinary life, highlighting her remarkable courage, devotion to her family, and unwavering faith in God.

On Christmas Eve 1971, seventeen-year-old Juliane Koepcke and her mother boarded a plane in Lima, Peru, bound for their home at the Panguana Research station deep in the Amazon. Twenty minutes from landing, the plane was struck by lightning, and Juliane hurtled two miles down through the rainforest canopy, crashing on the jungle floor. She woke up the next day with a broken collarbone, missing her glasses and one shoe, but incredibly, miraculously, alive.

Read about the life and skyrocketing career of Sabrina Carpenter—singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion icon. This collectible Little Golden Book with dazzling illustrations is sure to "Please Please Please" fans of all ages! Sabrina Carpenter knew she wanted to be a star from a very young...

Harper & Row children’s book editor Ursula Nordstrom was a trailblazer. Her books were honest, smart, emotional, and firsts of their kind. And—perhaps because they challenged the status quo—they were often censored or banned. But Nordstrom always fought back. Books Good Enough for You follows Nordstrom from childhood through her career as book editor, literary revolutionary, and advocate. Full of anecdotes about some of Nordstrom’s most famous collaborators, like Maurice Sendak, Margaret Wise Brown, and E. B. White, this biography is a true celebration of collaboration and friendship.

Meet Marie Curie. Shy and reserved, she loved science more than anything else in the world. But she lived at a time when women couldn't be scientists. Marie followed her passion and is now remembered for her game-changing discoveries. But while she tinkered away with test tubes and experimented with a glow-in-the-dark chemical elements, Marie became a mother. Irene and Eve grew up to be fiercely independent and determined women just like their mother, and had many adventures of their own.

Dua Lipa is a Grammy-winning superstar. Since her first single in 2015, her catchy beats have spread around the world. Discover all things Dua Lipa, from music and fashion to movies and more!

Taylor Swift is a top global star! Her first album came out when she was just 16. Since then, she has won awards, topped music charts, and become a billionaire. Discover more about Taylor Swift and her rise to becoming a superstar.

Beyoncé shines on stage! She got her start as part of a girl group. Then she went solo, releasing new albums and winning awards. In 2024, she shocked fans with her first-ever country album. Learn all about Beyoncé, from her music to her charity work and more!

Meet extraordinary Indigenous women—51 biographies for kids ages 8 to 12 Discover the stories and achievements of 51 Native and Indigenous women from history and today! This collection of biographies for kids explores the lives of North American Indigenous women from different backgrounds...

Discover the extraordinary story of Cleopatra — Egypt’s last great pharaoh — in this immersive audiobook for kids ages 8–12. From her childhood exploring the royal palace of Alexandria to her fearless fight to defend her kingdom against Rome, this epic adventure brings history to life through captivating narration and vivid storytelling. More than just a queen, Cleopatra was a brilliant strategist, diplomat, and leader. In this inspiring tale, young listeners will learn how courage, intelligence, and determination can change the course of history.