Renegade Women

Name: Renegade Women
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SKU: 9780525574545
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50 Trailblazers in Film and TV

By Austen Claire Clements and Elizabeth Weitzman

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Renegade Women by Austen Claire Clements and Elizabeth Weitzman showcases the extraordinary lives of trailblazing women in history who challenged societal norms and paved the way for future generations. The book offers captivating narratives of these inspiring women, highlighting their struggles, achievements, and lasting impacts on society. It's a celebratory exploration of courage and defiance in the face of obstacles.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the inspiring stories of trailblazing women who defied societal norms and broke barriers throughout history. It offers a captivating look at influential figures who challenged expectations in various fields and left an indelible mark on the world. If you enjoy reading about remarkable women and their contributions to history and society, this book could be a rewarding choice.

Renegade Women

A fully illustrated and timely gift book that celebrates 50 women who broke glass ceilings in the entertainment industry, including Alla Nazimova, Mary Pickford, Dorothy Dandridge, Lucille Ball, Mary Tyler Moore, Ellen DeGeneres, and Shonda Rhimes. Full color.

A charmingly illustrated and timely tribute to the women who broke glass ceilings in film and television, debuting during an historic time of change in the entertainment industry.

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A charmingly illustrated and timely tribute to the women who broke glass ceilings in film and television, debuting during a historic time of change in the entertainment industry.

Renegade Women: 50 Game Changers in Film and TV blends stunning illustrations, fascinating biographical profiles, and exclusive interviews with icons like Barbra Streisand, Rita Moreno, and Sigourney Weaver to celebrate the accomplishments of 50 extraordinary women throughout the history of entertainment.

Each profile highlights the groundbreaking accomplishments and essential work of pioneers from the big and small screens, offering little-known facts about household names such as Lucille Ball, Oprah Winfrey, and Nora Ephron, along with crucial introductions to overlooked pioneers like Alla Nazimova, Anna May Wong, and Frances Marion.

From 19th-century iconoclast Alice Guy Blache to 21st-century trailblazer Ava DuVernay, Renegade Women honours the women who succeeded against all odds, changing their industry in front of the camera and behind the scenes.

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Renegade Women has been praised for being an essential read with its captivating illustrations and detailed biographies, making it appealing to pop culture enthusiasts. The book is celebrated for its beautiful portrayal of women in entertainment, balancing a sense of fun and historical context. It has been noted for its enriching content, which includes exclusive interviews and a spirited approach to its subject matter.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780525574545

Publisher: Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 February 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarkson Potter

Illustration: 60-75 illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 128

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Austen Claire Clements Elizabeth Weitzman History & Military Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

ELIZABETH WEITZMAN is an author, journalist, and longtime film critic, most recently for the New York Daily News, where she covered film and entertainment for fifteen years. She has reviewed movies and interviewed hundreds of celebrities for the New York Times, New York Observer, Village Voice, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, Interview, Time Out New York, and more. In 2015, she was named one of New York's Top Film Critics by The Hollywood Reporter--one of only three women that year to make the list. In addition to being a member of the prestigious New York Film Critics Circle, Weitzman holds a master's degree in cinema studies from NYU and is the author of thirty-two books for children and young adults.