"One of those rare, rare books that pick your life up,
turn it around and point it in the right direction." K.T.Maclay
PARTICULAR PASSIONS recounts the rich oral histories
of pioneering womenof the twentieth century from the arts and sciences, athletics and law, mathematicsand politics.
We share their journeys as they pursuesuccessful paths
with intelligence and determination,changing the world for the
millions of womenand menwho were inspired by them.
These stories will captivate, educate, and inspire you.