Biographies of successful women

During the s and s, aviation was not yet a typical mode of travel. Instead, it was a spectacle, with those who flew the newfangled things becoming icons in their own right. Pilots were praised as heroes—fearless as they stared down death in one of the most dangerous sports. However, not all pilots received the same praise, as is the case of five remarkable aviators. Brave enough to overcome numerous obstacles, they were often ridiculed and faced prejudice based on one common factor: They were all women. 

Related: Fly Girls: The Daring Women Who Competed in Airplane Races During the Early s  

During the early stages of aviation, women showed great determination and willpower as they sought to prove themselves in the skies. O’Brien focuses on five trail-blazing women who impacted the industry: Florence Klingensmith, Ruth Elder, Amelia Earhart, Ruth Nichols, and Louise Thaden. These women accomplished many feats, broke sexist barriers, were innovators in the aviation world, and broke multiple records. A thrilling read until the final page–and newly available in paperback on March 5–Fly Girls will leave you in awe.

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Biographies

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Women have always played an active role in history. Explore some of the historical women and contemporary newsmakers that continue to impact the world. New biographies are added regularly, so check back to discover inspiring new stories!

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Stacey Abrams

Abrams is now one of the most prominent African American female politicians in the United States.

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Jane Addams

A progressive social reformer and activist, Jane Addams was on the frontline of the settlement house movement and was the first American woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize.

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Toshiko Akiyoshi

Toshiko Akiyoshi changed the face of jazz music over her year career. As one of few women and Asian musicians in the jazz world, Akiyoshi infused Japanese culture, sounds, and instruments into her music.

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Louisa May Alcott

Famed author Louisa May Alcott created colorful relatable characters in 19th century novels.

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Sonita Alizadeh

At the age of 16, Sonita Alizadeh found out she was to be sold into marriage. Propelled to d