Spectacular Sisters: Amazing Stories of Sisters from Around the World

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Starring the special bond between sisters throughout history, with beautiful full-color illustrations, this fun and inspiring 208-page biography collection from author-illustrator Aura Lewis is perfect for fans of Rad American Women A-Z and the Women in Art/Science/Sports series.

Sisters are spectacular! They can be your biggest cheerleaders, your most trusted confidants, and your much-needed fashion advisors (as long as theyre not stealing your clothes!).

But sisterhood can also be complex: full of rivalry, jealousy, and not-so-friendly competition. From pop culture sensations like the Kardashians/Jenners to civil rights activists Coretta Scott King and Edythe Scott Bagley to tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams, these sistersand so many others throughout historyhave not only impacted art, culture, and society, but also illustrate the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

At the end of the day, whether youre mortal enemies or best friends, spectacular sisters willalwayshave your back. Share this book at home or in the classroom. It's a great source for capsule biographies of a wide variety of powerful women.

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"The author is keen to note the humanity in the womens interpersonal relationships by sharing instances of sibling rivalry, jealousy, and discord as well as the moments that celebrate the firm bonds of sisterhood. The work may inspire appreciation and further interest.A salute to sisterhood. Kirkus Reviews "This collection offers fresh takes on sisters.Engaging and accessible essays set up historical and social contexts and offer details about personal relationships. An entertaining first stop for researchers, this unique collection should also attract plenty of browsers." Booklist "Beautiful full-color illustrations. A unique take on history." School Library Journal

Author Bio

Aura Lewis is an author-illustrator with an MFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. She is inspired by fashion and culture from all over the world, playful color, vintage design, and social activism. Auras work has been featured in books for children and adults, on TV, on stationery, and in editorial publications. Visit her online at www.auralewis.com. Aura Lewis is an author-illustrator with an MFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. She is inspired by fashion and culture from all over the world, playful color, vintage design, and social activism. Auras work has been featured in books for children and adults, on TV, on stationery, and in editorial publications. Visit her online at www.auralewis.com.