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Books about incredible and inspiring women
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items In 2020, I read John Adams and became fascinated by Abigail Adams. Since then, I’ve mostly been reading biographies and books about incredible women. Read them yourself or start a book club! I hope you become inspired by them too!
My great aunt was a Rosie the Riveter, welding on naval ships, and her experience led me to reading this book. It’s an excellent telling of the lives of women at home and abroad. It made me desperately wish our history classes focused as much on the ...
Our Mothers War: American Women at Home... book by Emily Yellin
I had no idea the first American women’s movement started in the 1820s. This telling of the efforts and lives of the women who helped shape American society and change mindsets of women’s roles and capabilities is a wonderful read. Definitely read th...
New Women in the Old West: From Settlers... book by Winifred Gallagher
I love learning about the lives of women and Alice didn’t disappoint. If you’re looking for a strong willed woman who’s sharp as a tack, Alice could be your girl!
Alice: Alice Roosevelt Longworth, from... book by Stacy A. Cordery
I love a good biography about a woman and Virginia Hall doesn’t disappoint! Such courage! Definitely recommend this one.
A Woman of No Importance: American Spy WWII
A brilliant woman who deserves more credit! Purnell did such a great job painting Pamela in a more balanced and nuanced light.
Kingmaker: Pamela Harriman's Life of Power
What an incredible woman! Learning about how a tragic childhood can shape someone into a remarkable adult was wonderful to read about. I also love that she and her first cousin Alice, also on this list, were both enormous forces, shaping the world in...
The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt book by Eleanor Roosevelt
I very much appreciated learning more about Marie Antoinette in a more balanced way. I wish history books were as honest about her.
Marie Antoinette book by Antonia Fraser
This book made me wish so much we had more of the perspectives of women from the past. What an incredible woman.
My Dear Hamilton book by Stephanie Dray
My prevailing thought through this book? How did Clementine not leave Winston? 😅 She deserves all the gold stars for her fortitude and her kindness to another woman on this list: Pamela Churchill Harriman, Clementine’s daughter-in-law who married th...
Clementine: The Life of Mrs. Winston... book by Sonia Purnell
John and Abigail were prolific letter writers, making this book almost as much about her as it is about him. Seeing so much of that time period through her eyes is what kicked off my deep dive into womens biographies.
John Adams book by David McCullough
This book is great for anyone looking for a little bit of info about a lot of incredible women.
Ladies of Liberty: The Women Who Shaped... book by Cokie Roberts
I read this as part of a women’s leadership book club at work. I didn’t know much about Melinda, but I’m sooo impressed! Her commitment to not just helping women but to helping them in ways that make sense for them, is incredible.
The Moment of Lift - by Melinda Gates (Paperback)
This book gives an inside look from firsthand accounts of the tenure of First Ladies from Jackie to Michelle. I loved it. You’ll love it!
First Women: The Grace and Power of America's Modern First Ladies|Paperback
This historical novel told entirely from Jackie’s perspective is a wonderful look into her perspective. The author does a great job showing her emotions and giving her life. A must read.
Jackie - by Dawn Tripp (Paperback)