Hawkins, C: American Women Leaders

This is a major reference work with enteries on 1,545 American women who have excelled in their careers to become well-known leaders in politics and culture. It includes women of many races, nations of origin, economic backgrounds, and fields of interest to present a wide-ranging group of leaders who can be considered positive role models of achievement. Each entry gives an informative biography, including up-to-date details of each womans accomplishments.