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Inspired to honor women who have shaped her life, Ali Smith selected influential female social reformers and activists for a photographic and biographical project. Over two years, she conducted interviews in varied settings—from rooftop cafés in New York to prison infirmaries—and captured striking portraits. The book culminates in a collection of images and essays, where each woman shares a "law" intended to inspire and empower women and girls everywhere.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Smith, Ali
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