Women in Sports

Written by Rachel Ignotofsky

Part of the Women in Science series

Discover the untold stories of fifty trailblazing female athletes who broke barriers and redefined sports history.

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128 pages· 27,444 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Explore the inspiring journeys of fifty pioneering women athletes who shattered records and defied expectations. From tennis legend Billie Jean King to baseball trailblazer Toni Stone, these profiles reveal the courage and determination behind their groundbreaking achievements. With vivid illustrations and insightful infographics, this book delves into the challenges faced by these fearless women, offering a timeline of their impact on sports history. Uncover the stories of both famous and unsung heroines who paved the way for future generations, celebrating their indomitable spirit and the legacy they left behind.

From the publisher

Illustrated profiles of fifty pioneering female athletes, from the author of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science. Women for the win! A richly illustrated and inspiring book, Women in Sports highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women athletes from the 1800s to today, including trailblazers, Olympians, and record-breakers in more than forty sports. The athletes featured include well-known figures like tennis player Billie Jean King and gymnast Simone Biles, as well as lesser-known champions like Toni Stone, the first woman to play baseball in a professional men’s league, and skateboarding pioneer Patti McGee. The book also contains infographics on topics that sporty women want to know about such as muscle anatomy, a timeline ofwomen’s participation in sports, pay and media statistics for female athletes, and influential women’s teams. Women in Sports celebrates the success of the tough, bold, and fearless women who paved the way for today’s athletes.

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