Queens of the Resistance: Nancy Pelosi - by Brenda Jones & Krishan Trotman (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>" Behold one of the toughest dealers in the political arena, a singularly shrewd operator who cut her teeth from deep within the ranks of the Democratic Party and climbed all the way to the top. Rising higher than any woman ever who came before, Madame Speaker created a blueprint that those after her could follow. And now, back to her rightful place as Madame Speaker, she's prepared to take back power for the people . . . and at the end of it all, in characteristic class and style, she will pass on the gavel to the next generation of badass leaders."--Provided by publisher.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Part of the four-book <i>Queens of the Resistance</i> series, saluting some of the most beloved boss ladies in Congress: a celebration of the first woman Speaker of the House and a trailblazer for generations to come, Nancy Pelosi <br></b><br> Behold one of the toughest dealers in the political arena, a singularly shrewd operator who cut her teeth from deep within the ranks of the Democratic Party and climbed all the way to the top. Rising higher than any woman ever who came before, Madame Speaker created a blueprint that those after her could follow. And now, back to her rightful place as Madame Speaker, she's prepared to take back power for the people . . . and at the end of it all, in characteristic class and style, she will pass on the gavel to the next generation of badass leaders. <p/>With illustrations, deep research, and writing as endlessly quotable as she is, <i>Queens of the Resistance</i> pays tribute to this phenomenal woman. <p/>About the series: Each book of the <i>Queens of the Resistance</i> series is a celebration of the rebellion against the oppression of women and an embracement of the new in the United States government. The series is adorned with sass, discernment, and the badassery of the present and future leadership. The Doomsday Clock is at a minute to midnight, and the patriarchal power grid that lights "the shining city on a Hill" is about to black out. It's time to yield to the alternative--the power of women.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"With its vibrant illustrations, confiding style, and upbeat energy, this series will galvanize both politically minded readers and those heretofore leery of politics." <br><i>--</i><b><i>Booklist </i>(starred review)</b> <p/>This four-volume [Queens of the Resistance] collection is timeless and contains profound truths. The writing in each book is fresh. The content is well-researched with messages of resistance that encompasses more than politics.<br>--<b>Shondaland</b> <p/>"[Jones and Trotman's] spirited defense of this trailblazing politician...makes for inspiring reading...An informative introduction to a vital political figure."<br>--<b><i>Kirkus</i></b><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Brenda Jones</b> is best known for her fifteen-year tenure as communications director for an icon of American politics, Rep. John Lewis. All of his published opinions, statements, and speeches, ranging from his introductions of U.S. presidents, to commencement addresses delivered to the Ivy League, and those celebrating his transformative civil rights legacy were penned by Brenda Jones during that time. She collaborated with him on his book, <i> Across That Bridge: A Vision for Change and the Future of America</i>, which won an NAACP Image Award. She has also worked in commercial television news and public broadcasting. <p/><b>Krishan Trotman</b> is the co-author of the <i>Queens of the Resistance</i> series and Vice President, Publisher of Legacy Lit, an imprint at Hachette Book Group in New York. She was recently celebrated in the <i>New York Times </i>and <i>Essence </i>magazine as one of the few African American publishing executives. <i>New York</i> magazine called her as one of Publishing's New Power Club, and she's been featured in Salon, Shondaland, Cheddar TV, MSN, and more. She has committed over fifteen years to publishing books by and about multicultural voices and social justice. Throughout her career, she has proudly worked with leaders and trailblazers on this frontier such as John Lewis, Stephanie Land, Malcolm Nance, Zerlina Maxwell, Ibtihaj Muhammad, Al Roker, Ed Gordon, Lindy West, and other dynamic celebrity and bestselling authors. She is the self-described Beyoncé of Books, and mom to her son Bleu.
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