Shen, Ann

Depicts fifty elements of fashion and personal style that defined women and made feminist political and cultural statements. Illustrations accompany essays discussing pieces such as, the bikini, Ruth Bader Ginsburg's dissent collar, and the female afro.

Profiles the notable works, feats, and lives of famous and infamous "wild" women worldwide who challenged the status quo.

"[An] illustrated book of goddesses from around the world, [including] Aphrodite, the Greek goddess whose love overcame mortality, Mazu, the Chinese deity who safely guides travelers home, [and] Lakshmi, the Hindu provider of fortune and prosperity. These powerful deities and many more are celebrated [with] . . . artwork and . . . essays that explore the feminine divine and encourage readers to empower themselves"--OCLC.