Abzuglutely!: Battling, Bellowing Bella Abzug - Hardcover

$18.99
$18.99
Abzuglutely!: Battling, Bellowing Bella Abzug - Hardcover

Abzuglutely!: Battling, Bellowing Bella Abzug - Hardcover

$18.99
$18.99

by Sarah Aronson (Author), Andrea D'Aquino (Illustrator)

2025 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Book Winner

"As long as people are reading this book, Bella will be with us still." --Gloria Steinem

Meet unique and outspoken Bella Abzug, the iconic Jewish politician and activist who fought for justice and women's rights, in this compelling picture book biography.

Battling Bella Abzug was born bellowing! From her childhood in the Bronx to her years as a lawyer, activist, wife, mother, and congresswoman, Bella battled for justice and fairness for everyone. Inspired by her Jewish upbringing and wholehearted belief in tikkun olam--repairing the world--she spoke her truth everywhere she went. Even when it wasn't appreciated. Bella just kept on battling!

Sarah Aronson and Andrea D'Aquino spotlight this trailblazer who helped kickstart the modern women's movement--with humor and passion--always in one of her trademark wide-brimmed hats. An unstoppable and unforgettable leader who showed the world a vision for the future--that a woman's place was in the house--the House of Representatives! Abzuglutely!

Author Biography

Sarah Aronson is the author of books such as Just Like Rube Goldberg, illustrated by Robert Neubecker, and Brand-New Bubbe, illustrated by Ariel Landy. She received an MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts.

Andrea D'Aquino is the author and illustrator of several picture books, including A Life Made by Hand: The Story of Ruth Asawa; She Heard the Birds: The Story of Florence Merriam Bailey; and an illustrated edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. She has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, and the Type Director's Club, among many other illustration organizations.
Number of Pages: 40
Dimensions: 0.5 x 11 x 9.3 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 15, 2024

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