Ocean State Libraries

"Profiles the lives of Native American women who triumphed over discrimination and stereotyping, including Mary Kim Titla, Susan Aglukark, and Maria Tallchief."--

"Profiles eleven Native Americans, including Melina Laboucan-Massimo, Ben Powless, and Klee Benally, who work to protect the environment and the rights of Native people in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge; the tar sands in Alberta, Canada; Black Mesa in Arizona; nuclear-free zones; and other sites across North America."--

"Contains twelve autobiographical essays of First Nation and Native American elders."--

"Profiles ten Native American leaders who overcame personal challenges and struggles including Chief Red Hawk, the President of the United Cherokee Nation, and U.S. Senator, Ben Nighthorse Campbell."--

"Twelve biographies of Indigenous women who, as modern-day warriors, have infused their communities with strength and leadership. The women overcame unimaginable hardships--racial and gender discrimination, abuse, and extreme poverty--only to rise to great heights in the fields of politics, science, education, and community activism"--Provided by publisher.