Is There a Woman in the House...or Senate?

About the Book

Using archival material as well as author interviews of pioneering lawmakers, Fireside tells the life stories of 10 outstanding women from the Jeanette Rankin, the first woman elected to Congress, to Senators Margaret Chase Smith and Bab Mikulski, the only two women to serve in both the House and Senate. Is There A Woman in the House. . . or Senate? was given a thumbs-up as a best book for teens by the New York Public Library.

About the Author

Bryna J. Fireside has been a teacher, writer and social activist all her adult life. "I've always been fascinated by women who are 'trouble-makers' — who aren't afraid to fight injustice when they encounter it. I hope the 10 pioneering lawmakers will inspire young readers to become activists and change the world."