
Strong Like Her: A Celebration of Rule Breakers, History Makers, and
This stirring and vibrant account of women's athleticism throughout history "will leave readers feeling inspired and powerful" ( Ms . magazine). Part group biography, part cultural history, Strong Like Her delves into the fascinating stories of our muscular foremothers. From the first female Olympian (who entered the chariot race through a loophole) to the circus stars who could lift their husbands above their heads and make it look like "a little light housework with a feather duster," these brave and brawny women paved the way for the generations to follow. Filled with Sophy Holland's beautiful por traits of some of today's most awe-inspiring ath letes, including Peloton instructor Robin Arzon, bodybuilder Dana Linn Bailey, actress/dancer Patina Miller, and many others, Strong Like Her is "a love letter to muscles and the women who rock them so gloriously" ( Shape ).
Author: Haley Shapley
Format: Paperback, 288 pages, 187mm x 232mm, 744 g
Published: 2024, Simon & Schuster, United States
Genre: General Sport & Fitness Training
This stirring and vibrant account of women's athleticism throughout history "will leave readers feeling inspired and powerful" ( Ms . magazine). Part group biography, part cultural history, Strong Like Her delves into the fascinating stories of our muscular foremothers. From the first female Olympian (who entered the chariot race through a loophole) to the circus stars who could lift their husbands above their heads and make it look like "a little light housework with a feather duster," these brave and brawny women paved the way for the generations to follow. Filled with Sophy Holland's beautiful por traits of some of today's most awe-inspiring ath letes, including Peloton instructor Robin Arzon, bodybuilder Dana Linn Bailey, actress/dancer Patina Miller, and many others, Strong Like Her is "a love letter to muscles and the women who rock them so gloriously" ( Shape ).
