A biography of the young French woman who, inspired by visions supposedly from God, led the French army against English invaders, was burned at the stake as a heretic, and eventually was declared a saint.

Examines the childhood, family life, and social and political activities of this powerful and important First Lady.

Biography of Sandra Day O'Connor, who challenged gender stereotypes by becoming the first female majority leader in the Arizona State Senate, and then the first female associate justice on the United States Supreme Court.

A biography of Jane Addams, who established Hull House in Chicago in 1889 to provide medical and legal services, educational opportunities, and social interactions to immigrants and other victims of poverty.

A biography of the popular talk show host who rose from a childhood of poverty to become one of the most visible women in the nation.

Presents the life and career of comic, actress, and talk show host Rosie O'Donnell.

Details the life and career of the woman whose books and television shows focus on ways to make the home more interesting.

Explores the life and career of Amy Tan, from her childhood in California, through her struggle to accept her Chinese heritage, to her career as a writer.