{"product_id":"strong-like-a-woman-isbn-9780789341198","title":"Strong Like a Woman","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe definitive, illustrated celebration of 100 of the most important women in sports as covered by \u003ci\u003eSports Illustrated \u003c\/i\u003esince its founding in 1954.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarking  the  50th  anniversary  of  Title  IX,  this  is an   inspiring   celebration   of   100   women   who   are still  paving  the  way  for  future  generations  of  female athletes.  This  important  and  groundbreaking  volume chronicles  both  the  breadth  and  rich  diversity  of sports  and  the  athletes  who  compete  in  them:  from the global stage of the Olympics and the Paralympics and the Women’s World Cup, to collegiate athletics, to Gen-X sports. From Janet Guthrie to Megan Rapinoe, and  Billie  Jean  King  to  Aly  Raisman,  this  is  the  ideal gift  book  for  anyone  involved  with  girls  in  athletics, whether as an athlete or coach, parent, daughter, sister, niece, or granddaughter.“While there is still work to be done in the women’s sports landscape, more opportunities for female athletes exist than ever. Published in conjunction with SI, \u003cb\u003eStrong Like a Woman\u003c\/b\u003e profiles 100 pioneers—some familiar (Serena Williams), some less so (mountain climber Kirstie Ennis). With the 50th anniversary of Title IX upcoming, the book fittingly honors the giants on whose shoulders today’s women’s sports stars stand.” —SPORTS ILLUSTRATED\u003cb\u003eLaken Litman \u003c\/b\u003ehas written for various publications, including \u003ci\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eUSA TODAY\u003c\/i\u003e, covering events like the Super Bowl, the Olympics, and the Women’s World Cup. As one of the twentieth century’s most respected and influential people, tennis legend \u003cb\u003eBillie Jean King\u003c\/b\u003e has long been a champion for social change and equality. King founded the Women’s Sports Foundation in 1974, creating future leaders by providing girls with access to sports.\u003cb\u003e Stephen Cannella\u003c\/b\u003e is co-editor in chief of \u003ci\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is the undisputed leader in sports journalism, showcasing the greatest moments in sports history.","brand":"Rizzoli Universe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46299754004709,"sku":"NP9780789341198","price":32.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780789341198.jpg?v=1767737448","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/strong-like-a-woman-isbn-9780789341198","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}