When Women Stood: The Untold History of Females Who Changed Sports and the World

“A fascinating and thorough history of the fight for women's rights told through the lens of sports.”-Library Journal

“An enlightening account of women trailblazers.”-Publishers Weekly

“A significant contribution to women's studies.”-Booklist

From early Amazons to modern-day athletes, women have been fighting for their rightful place in the world. The history of these female athletes-whether warriors on the battlefield or competitors in the sports arena-has often been neglected, yet it is t...