50 Amazing Swiss Women: True Stories You Should Know About - Hardcover

Theurer, Laurie; Hayoz, Catherine; Lehmann, Anita; Nigg, Barbara; Nathoo, Alnaaze

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9783038691044: 50 Amazing Swiss Women: True Stories You Should Know About

Synopsis

True stories of 50 amazing Swiss women you should know about

This book celebrates the diverse accomplishments, struggles, and strengths of Swiss women. One-page biographies give readers a glimpse into the lives of fifty Swiss women - both historical and contemporary - who inspire and intrigue.

Each biography is paired with a unique, color illustration by Swiss illustrator Mireille Lachausse. Spies, activists, entrepreneurs, entertainers, politicians, athletes, midwives, mothers... Swiss women are daring, ingenious, and brave. Though the country is small, the heroines are vast!

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About the Author

Anita Lehmann is an award-winning Swiss author and historian who has lived in Geneva, Taiwan and the Galapagos Islands. Most recently, she moved with her family and Monty, their white rabbit, to Cambridge, UK.

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