Published in 2016
224 pages
Ann Shen is an illustrator, letterer, and author based in Los Angeles. A graduate of UCSD and Art Center College of Design, Ann has created work or a number of publications, campaigns, products, and galleries for children of all ages. She lives with her husband and their small menagerie of animals. She’s written and illustrated two books, Bad Girls Throughout History (2016) and Legendary Ladies (2018).
What is this book about?
Aphra Behn, first female professional writer.
Sojourner Truth, activist and abolitionist.
Ada Lovelace, first computer programmer.
Marie Curie, first woman to win the Nobel Prize.
Joan Jett, godmother of punk.
The 100 revolutionary women highlighted in this gorgeously illustrated book were bad in the best sense of the word: they challenged the status quo and changed the rules for all who followed. From pirates to artists, warriors, daredevils, scientists, activists, and spies, the accomplishments of these incredible women vary as much as the eras and places in which they effected change. Featuring bold watercolor portraits and illuminating essays by Ann Shen.
