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A captivating and swashbuckling romantasy for fans of DAUGHTER OF THE PIRATE KING and TO KILL A KINGDOM.<BR><BR>Ximena Reale is certain of one thing: the only good pirate is a dead one.<BR><BR> Ximena has spent her life training to become one of the black-cloaked cazadores, seafaring hunters who capture the pirates pillaging the Luzan Empire. But although Ximena is the top candidate at la academia, that will not be enough for a daughter of the notorious Reales - pirate captains who were executed for their crimes against the Empire. <BR><BR> So when Gasparilla, the most infamous pirate in Luza's history, attacks the capital, Ximena offers to catch him in exchange for being named a cazadora. The Empire accepts, on one condition: she must compete for her cloak against Dante de León, the pompous and infuriating son of the High Minister.<BR><BR> Knowing this is her chance to prove herself once and for all, Ximena must set out on a dangerous quest across the archipelago to hunt Gasparilla. But no matter how far she sails, her family's pirate legacy continues to haunt her, and she soon has to question the very laws she's always fought to uphold . . .

In the golden age of piracy, where the seas were ruled by ruthless marauders and the line between villain and hero was often blurred, one woman's name struck fear into the hearts of both the elite and the desperate. Ingela Gathenhielm: The Crimson Flag follows the daring life of Ingela Gathenhielm, a Swedish pirate queen whose story is as bold and unpredictable as the waters she sailed. Born in the late 17th century, Ingela's journey from the daughter of a businessman to the feared commander of a pirate fleet is a tale of cunning, survival, and love.Together with her beloved husband, Lars, Ingela fought side by side against treacherous waters and powerful enemies. Their bond grew strong as they raided merchant ships and navigated the perilous seas, with Lars supporting her as an equal in the dangerous world of piracy. Their love was as fierce as their ambition, and their partnership became legendary, with both determined to carve out a place of power in a world that sought to destroy them.This book takes readers on a high-stakes adventure across Europe, through violent naval battles, political intrigue, and the harsh realities of life on the open sea. But it is not just a tale of piracy-it is a story of love and loyalty, of a couple who built an empire together, defying all odds.At the back of the book, you will find a detailed timeline of Ingela Gathenhielm's life, setting the record straight and providing historical context to her rise to power. Prepare for an unforgettable journey into the life of a woman who left her mark on the world of piracy-and the love that made her unstoppable.

At the outbreak of the Civil War, nearly everybody was caught up in patriotic fervor--men and women, Union and Confederate. Many women supported soldiers through knitting and sewing needed items, growing food, making bandages, gathering medical supplies, and more. But others wished they could be closer to the fight. These women defied society's expectations and bravely chose to take on more dangerous, unconventional roles. Courageous Women of the Civil War reveals the exploits of 16 of these remarkable women who served as medics, spies, battlefield helpers, and even soldiers on the front lines. Meet fascinating figures such as Maria Lewis, a former slave who fought with the Union cavalry as it swept through Virginia. Disguised as a white male soldier, she "put the fear of Hell" into Confederate enemies. Kady Brownell supported her husband's Rhode Island regiment as a vivandière, training with the soldiers, fighting in battle, and helping the injured. Mary Carroll, a Missouri rebel, forged a copy of a jail cell key to break her brother out before his scheduled execution. These and other little-known stories are told through gripping narrative, primary source documents, and contextualizing sidebars. Civil War history is woven throughout, offering readers a clear overview of the era and the war. Also including numerous historic photos, source notes, and a bibliography, Courageous Women of the Civil War is an invaluable resource for any student's or history buff's bookshelf.

In a Man's World, She Became a Legend Mary Read never fit the mold. Raised as a boy to inherit her family's farm, she craved adventure on the open seas. Disguised as a man, she enlisted in the army, fought bloody battles, and fell in love with a fellow soldier. But fate had a crueler twist in store. Betrayal, loss, and the lure of freedom propel Mary onto the decks of pirate ships. From the gunpowder-scorched battlefields of Europe to the shark-infested waters of the Caribbean, Mary Read carves her own path. She faces legendary pirates, storms that tear ships apart, and the ever-present threat of capture and a hangman's noose. But Mary Read isn't alone. When she meets the fiery Anne Bonny, their friendship ignites a legend. Together, they defy expectations, becoming the most feared female pirates of the Golden Age. "Forget buried treasure and rum-soaked brawls. This is the untold story of a woman who defied empires and carved her name in legend." - Penny Nicolson, Historian

Marie Curie ist eine Kämpferin: Zusammen mit ihrem Mann Pierre revolutionierte sie die Erforschung der Radioaktivität. Doch Pierres Unfalltod macht Marie zur Witwe und alleinerziehenden Mutter. Die beiden Töchter, Irène und Ève, sind ihr Ein und Alles. Marie setzt alles daran, ihnen in einer Zeit von Krieg und politischer Unruhe die bestmögliche Bildung zuteilwerden zu lassen. Die Mädchen wachsen zu interessierten und engagierten jungen Frauen heran: Irène folgt ihrer Mutter in die Wissenschaft und erforscht wie sie Radioaktivität. Ève wird sich als Autorin und Diplomatin für eine bessere Welt einsetzen. Marie Curie und ihre Töchter kämpften für ihre Bildung, ihre Freiheit und wurden dadurch zu Vorbildern für Frauen auf der ganzen Welt. Claudine Monteil porträtiert diese drei außergewöhnlichen Frauen, die mit ihrem Mut, ihrer Intelligenz und ihrem Engagement das vergangene Jahrhundert mitgestaltet haben, mit Wärme und lebendigem Blick.

Teil I und II des amerikanischen Klassikers in edler Schmuckausgabe mit Goldprägung. Neuengland in den 1860er-Jahren: Die Schwestern Meg, Jo, Betty und Amy halten eng zusammen, denn ihr Vater ist als Pastor im amerikanischen Bürgerkrieg, und finanziell ist die Familie nicht auf Rosen gebettet. Die vier so ganz verschiedenen Mädchen durchleben ihre Jugend mit allem, was sie ihnen bietet und zumutet - Nachbarjungs und Moralapostel, Theatergänge und Sonntagsschule, Glück und Leid. 'Little Women' erzählt von den verschlungenen Wegen, auf denen die vier jungen Frauen ihren Platz in der Welt erobern.- Einzigartig: Band I und II als Schmuckausgabe- Intelligente und humorvolle Lektüre über und für starke junge Frauen- Vier Mädchen behaupten sich im 19. Jahrhundert und zeigen: Es ist immer möglich, seinen Weg zu gehen Ausstattung: Surbalin Linea mit Goldprägung

A Hay Festival and The Poole VOTE 100 BOOKS for Women SelectionOne of the most famous accounts of living under the Nazi regime of World War II comes from the diary of a thirteen-year-old Jewish girl, Anne Frank. Today, The Diary of a Young Girl has sold over 25 million copies world-wide; this is the definitive edition released to mark the 70th anniversary of the day the diary begins. '12 June 1942: I hope I will be able to confide everything to you, as I have never been able to confide in anyone, and I hope you will be a great source of comfort and support'The Diary of a Young Girl is one of the most celebrated and enduring books of the last century. Tens of millions have read it since it was first published in 1947 and it remains a deeply admired testament to the indestructible nature of the human spirit.This definitive edition restores thirty per cent if the original manuscript, which was deleted from the original edition. It reveals Anne as a teenage girl who fretted about and tried to cope with her own emerging sexuality and who also veered between being a carefree child and an aware adult.Anne Frank and her family fled the horrors of Nazi occupation by hiding in the back of a warehouse in Amsterdam for two years with another family and a German dentist. Aged thirteen when she went into the secret annexe, Anne kept a diary. She movingly revealed how the eight people living under these extraordinary conditions coped with hunger, the daily threat of discovery and death and being cut off from the outside world, as well as petty misunderstandings and the unbearable strain of living like prisoners.The Diary of a Young Girl is a timeless true story to be rediscovered by each new generation. For young readers and adults it continues to bring to life Anne's extraordinary courage and struggle throughout her ordeal. This is the definitive edition of the diary of Anne Frank.Anne Frank was born on the 12 June 1929. She died while imprisoned at Bergen-Belsen, three months short of her sixteenth birthday. This seventieth anniversary, definitive edition of The Diary of a Young Girl is poignant, heartbreaking and a book that everyone should read.

Marta Breen, in ihrer Heimat Norwegen einer der profiliertesten Feministinnen, und Jenny Jordahl, preisgekrönte Illustratorin, geben mit befreiendem Humor und erfrischenden Illustrationen einen neuen Blick auf Frauen unserer Geschichte, darunter Rosa Luxemburg, Emmeline Pankhurst, Sojourner Truth, Margaret Sanger und Malala Yousafzai. Hier werden engagiert, leichtfüßig und pointiert die Geschichten all der furchtlosen Frauen erzählt, die seit über 150 Jahren und bis heute leidenschaftlich für die Rechte der Frauen auf der ganzen Welt kämpfen: Für das Recht, zu wählen. Für das Recht über den eigenen Körper zu bestimmen. Für das Recht, zu leben wie, und zu lieben, wen man will. Und für wirtschaftliche Unabhängigkeit, für Bildung und Beruf. <BR>Eine kraftvolle Hommage an den Mut und den Willen der Frauen, die für ihre Rechte kämpfen und gekämpft haben. Und ein Appell dafür, weiterhin zu kämpfen!

Sie war die Ikone des zwanzigsten Jahrhunderts, die begehrteste Frau ihrer Zeit. Wer steckte hinter dem Phänomen Marilyn Monroe? Norma Jeane Baker, so ihr bürgerlicher Name, steht bis heute im Schatten ihres berühmten Alter Egos. Doch hinter der Fassade steckte viel mehr als die Femme fatale.In ihrer illustrierten Biografie zeigt María Hesse Marilyn Monroe von einer feinfühligen, intimen Seite - als verletzliche, intelligente und sensible Frau, die alles vom Leben wollte, Grenzen sprengte und für Selbstbestimmung und Unabhängigkeit kämpfte.

Bestselling author-illustrator Marissa Moss tells the gripping story of Lise Meitner, the physicist who discovered nuclear fissionAs a female Jewish physicist in Berlin during the early 20th century, Lise Meitner had to fight for an education, a job, and equal treatment in her field, like having her name listed on her own research papers.<BR><BR> Meitner made groundbreaking strides in the study of radiation, but when Hitler came to power in Germany, she suddenly had to face not only sexism, but also life-threatening anti-Semitism as well. Nevertheless, she persevered and one day made a discovery that rocked the world: the splitting of the atom. While her male lab partner was awarded a Nobel Prize for the achievement, the committee refused to give her any credit.<BR><BR> Suddenly, the race to build the atomic bomb was on—although Meitner was horrified to be associated with such a weapon. “A physicist who never lost her humanity,” Meitner wanted only to figure out how the world works, and advocated for pacifism while others called for war.<BR><BR> The book includes an afterword, author's note, timeline, select terms of physics, glossary of scientists mentioned, endnotes, select bibliography, index, and Marissa Moss’s celebrated drawings throughout. The Woman Who Split the Atom is a fascinating look at Meitner’s fierce passion, integrity, and her lifelong struggle to have her contributions to physics recognized.

Rettung per Twitter: Die dramatische Fluchtgeschichte einer jungen Frau aus Saudi-ArabienDer Hashtag #SaveRahaf ging im Januar 2019 innerhalb von Stunden um die Welt. Die damals 18-jährige Rahaf Mohammed rief via Twitter um Hilfe, verschanzt in einem Hotelzimmer in Bangkok, auf der Flucht vor ihrem Leben in Saudi-Arabien und ihrer Familie, die sie körperlich wie seelisch misshandelt hat. Eine Abschiebung durch die thailändischen Behörden hätte ihren Tod bedeutet. Aber ihr verzweifelter Appell im Netz wird gehört und innerhalb kürzester Zeit geteilt. Die Vereinten Nationen nehmen sich ihrer an, und Rahaf bekommt in Kanada Asyl. In diesem Buch erzählt sie ihre dramatische Geschichte: von der Unterdrückung als Frau in Saudi-Arabien, der Bedrohung durch ihre Familie, ihrer riskanten Flucht, ihren Ängsten, ihren Träumen und Idealen und ihrem Neuanfang in Freiheit.

Vienna, late 1930s. Curious, red-headed Inge Eisenger leads a privileged life with her glamorous, distant mother. When forced to flee from Nazi-occupied Austria to Switzerland, Inge sees her young life turned upside down. She hopes to finally connect with her mother during their escape, but her mother soon abandons her. Vulnerable and alone, Inge makes her way to Paris before reuniting with her grandmother in Central France. But even there, Inge endures one hardship after another-all while her grandmother keeps a family secret that, if revealed, could result in their whole family's demise.Running for Shelter is written by Inge's 15-year-old granddaughter, Suzette Sheft. The gripping, true story offers a window through which young adult readers can witness the challenges of growing up during the Holocaust. As this important chapter of history fades from living memory, Inge's tale offers hope to a new generation who must also cultivate courage and determination in the face of personal and political challenges.

Vienna, late 1930s. Curious, red-headed Inge Eisenger leads a privileged life with her glamorous, distant mother. When forced to flee from Nazi-occupied Austria to Switzerland, Inge sees her young life turned upside down. She hopes to finally connect with her mother during their escape, but her mother soon abandons her. Vulnerable and alone, Inge makes her way to Paris before reuniting with her grandmother in Central France. But even there, Inge endures one hardship after another-all while her grandmother keeps a family secret that, if revealed, could result in their whole family's demise.Running for Shelter is written by Inge's 15-year-old granddaughter, Suzette Sheft. The gripping, true story offers a window through which young adult readers can witness the challenges of growing up during the Holocaust. As this important chapter of history fades from living memory, Inge's tale offers hope to a new generation who must also cultivate courage and determination in the face of personal and political challenges.

Beeindruckend und inspirierend: Die faszinierende Reise der sympathischen Astronautin zur ISS'Ich bin für eine Weile nicht auf dem Planeten. Zurück im Mai'. Das war die Abwesenheitsnotiz von Samantha Cristoforetti, als sie 200 Tage auf der ISS verbrachte. Bis die Ingenieurin und Pilotin endlich in das Raumschiff stieg, war es ein weiter Weg, den sie mit Wissbegier, Beharrlichkeit und einer Portion Glück absolvierte - als eine von nur wenigen Frauen. Persönlich und humorvoll schildert sie ihre Erfahrungen, von den harten Astronautenlehrjahren über die Zeit im All bis hin zur Rückkehr auf die Erde. Welche Gedanken begleiten die letzten Stunden vor dem Abflug? Womit entspannt man sich nach einem langen Arbeitstag auf der Raumstation? Wie fängt man einen Raumtransporter ein? Mit einem wunderbaren Blick für die Herausforderungen und Merkwürdigkeiten des Astronautenberufs nimmt sie uns mit auf eine unvergleichliche Reise.Seit 28. April 2022 ist Samantha Cristoforetti für fünf Monate erneut auf der ISS.Ausstattung: mit Abbildungen

Rencontrez les femmes noires exceptionnelles du XXe siècle - des biographies pour les 12 ans et plus.Bienvenue dans la série Histoire des Noirs. Ce livre vous présente des figures féminines Noires du XXe siècle. Avec 21 Femmes Noires Exceptionnelles, ce livre propose les biographies inspirantes des pionnières d'Amérique, d'Afrique et d'Europe.Avez-vous déjà voulu lire la vie de femmes Noires qui ont su faire une différence dans notre monde¿?Ce livre s'adresse à tous ceux qui veulent en savoir plus sur ces incroyables personnalités féminines Noires. Il présente les histoires de 21 femmes Noires d'exception qui ont aidé à changer le monde et ouvert la voie aux générations futures. Nous vous présenterons des personnalités telles que Daisy Bates, Hattie McDaniel, Toni Morrison, Shonda Rhimes, et bien d'autres encore¿!Ces femmes Noires ont surmonté des obstacles et accompli de grandes choses en dépit des circonstances. La meilleure partie de leurs incroyables histoires, c'est de savoir qu'elles sont vraies¿! Ces femmes étaient de véritables icônes qui ont tant fait pour chacun de nous - il est temps que nous rendions hommage à ce qu'elles ont accompli, et que nous fassions durer leur héritage. N'oublions pas le chemin parcouru : aujourd'hui les jeunes femmes Noires ont devant elles plus de possibilités qu'elles n'en ont jamais eues¿!Ce livre de la série Histoire des Noirs recouvre :· Des biographies fascinantes - Découvrez des icônes célèbres, influentes et inspirantes comme Bessie Coleman, Miriam Makeba, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, etc.· Des portraits vivants - Redonnez vie à ces personnalités Noires grâce à des photos ou des illustrations attrayantes.À propos de la série : La série Histoire des Noirs de Student Press Books ouvre des perspectives nouvelles sur les personnalités Noires qui inciteront les jeunes lecteurs à réfléchir à leur place dans une société de plus en plus diversifiée. Qui sera votre prochaine source d'inspiration¿?21 Femmes Noires exceptionnelles va au-delà des autres livres de biographies sur l'émancipation des Noirs en mettant en lumière des sujets et des personnes du monde entier. Il constitue également un excellent cadeau pour une fille, une s¿ur, une nièce ou une petite-fille.

Sophie Scholl ist eine Ikone der deutschen Geschichte. Mit Flugblättern wagte sie es, die verbrecherische Politik Adolf Hitlers anzuklagen und bezahlte dafür am 22. Februar 1943 mit ihrem Leben. Doch ihr Weg von der behüteten Kindheit über die Jahre im NS-Bund Deutscher Mädel bis zur mutigen Widerstandskämpferin der Weißen Rose war länger, widersprüchlicher und differenzierter als bisher dargestellt. Barbara Beuys hat Hunderte bis dahin unbekannte Dokumente gesichtet und entwirft ein menschliches Porträt, das diese Widersprüche und Spannungen offenlegt. Sie erzählt von Sophie Scholls Familie, dem 'Grund ihres Lebens', ihrem Engagement als 'Jungscharführerin' und ihrer Entwicklung zur radikalen Gegnerin des Nationalsozialismus - und lässt so das wahre Bild der Sophie Scholl hinter der Legende sichtbar werden.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.<BR><BR>Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.<BR><BR>The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.<BR><BR>The Extraordinary Life of Rosa Parks, a Level 2 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the future tenses will and going to, present continuous for future meaning, and comparatives and superlatives. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.<BR><BR>One day, Rosa Parks got on a bus and did not give her seat to a white person. This helped to change the lives of black people in America. This is Rosa's extraordinary story.<BR><BR>Visit the Penguin Readers website<BR>Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

*A younger reader's edition of the number-one bestselling memoir by former first lady of the United States, Michelle Obama. With a new introduction from Mrs Obama herself*What's important is our story, our whole story, including those moments when we feel a little vulnerable . . . Michelle Robinson started life sharing a bedroom with her older brother Craig, in their family's upstairs apartment in her great-aunt's house. Her parents, Fraser and Marian, poured their love and energy into their children. She would go on to become Michelle Obama, the inspirational First Lady of the United States of America.Now adapted for younger readers, with new photographs and a new introduction from Michelle Obama herself, this memoir tells a very personal, and completely inspiring, story of how, through hard work and determination, the girl from the South Side of Chicago built an extraordinary life. A tale of ups and downs, triumphs and failures, this is an incredibly honest account. It will take you from the early years - first kiss, first school, first love - to the wonders of the White House, and the moment Mrs Obama shook hands with the Queen of England.A book to read, share, and talk about with the adults in your life, this is a call to action and compassion, and hope for change in uncertain times, and in a scary world.You'll be inspired to help others, and understand that no one is perfect. Just like Michelle Obama, you too are finding out exactly who you want to be (and, actually, so are the adults in your life).Above all, it is a book to make you think: who are you, and what do you want to become?

For thousands of years, women in many cultures were excluded from or limited in education. This meant that others told their stories for them. This fascinating book shines a light on women writers who broke that mold. These women wrote some of the most intriguing stories ever written, such as Murasaki Shikibu, who wrote the world's first novel, and Olympe de Gouges, whose political essays helped spark the French Revolution.