Blazing a Trail

Salute the remarkable Irish women who changed history in this beautifully illustrated book. From Irish women who made changes in Ireland to those who made changes abroad. From adventurers to inventors; explorers to warriors; from designers to writers; rebel leaders to presidents, this book is a true celebration of Irish Women. 'A much needed mini-encyclopedia of Mná na hÉireann. Deeply researched and beautifully illustrated.' – Children's Books Ireland Bold Girls Reading Guide [Big name endorsement : TK] True stories for everyone who dreams of changing the world. ‘Dress suitably in short skirts and strong boots, leave your jewels in the bank and buy a revolver.’ – COUNTESS MARKIEVICZ, rebel leader and politician From daring aviator LADY HEATH to savvy gold prospector NELLIE CASHMAN, fearless sea captain GRANUAILE to world-class dancer DAME NINETTE DE VALOIS, scene-stealing actor MAUREEN O'HARA to record-breaking runner SONIA O'SULLIVAN, activist MAUD GONNE to President MARY ROBINSON, meet the remarkable Irish women who shaped the world we live in. Discover their achievements, the ways in which they devoted their whole lives to making a difference, and with each original stunning illustration, feel the essence of these important trailblazers. Ready to walk in their footsteps? A world of bravery and adventure awaits you. ‘We are all made of star stuff.’ – DAME JOCELYN BELL BURNELL, astrophysicist A book for everyone who dreams of changing the world. From fearless aviator, Lady Mary Heath, the first woman in the world to parachute from an aeroplane, to Margaret Bulkley, the 18th-century surgeon who lived as a man, meet 28 remarkable Irish women who have taken the world by storm. You may have already heard some of their names, like Countess Markievicz and Mary Robinson, but others, like Anne Sullivan, Lilian Bland or Anna Haslam, may be new to you. Packed with fun, fascinating facts and stunning, full-page illustrations, this book celebrates the trail blazers who have shaped the world we live in. Ready to walk in their footsteps? A world of bravery and discovery awaits you. Made by two remarkable women, author Sarah Webb and illustrator Lauren O'Neill.