These narratives of Adepeju Aderogba-Oti, as the quintessential woman remind us of stories we are all too familiar with; stories of our mothers, aunties, sisters and many a female we know. It celebrates the highs, lows, joys frustrations, setbacks and accomplishments of the author, events which also mirror the experiences of womanity. Unabashed, funny sometimes and biting when it comes to calling out patriarchy and socio-cultural barriers against women. This autobiography is a celebration of womanhood. The writer reminisces and takes us on a journey; her Jamaican -Nigerian pedigree, her appreciation of her father's role as the first positive male figure in her life, her pride in her mother's entrepreneurial and go-getting spirit which she inherited, her early motherhood and marriage and her determination to be much more than a wife and mother. These stories will inspire young women and young men everywhere to aspire to be the best version of themselves and to be unafraid to set high standards all round.

These narratives of Adepeju Aderogba-Oti as the quintessential woman remind of stories we are all too familiar with: stories of our mothers, aunties, sisters and many a female we know. It celebrates the highs, lows, joys, frustrations, set backs, and accomplishments of the author, events which also mirror the experiences of womanity.Unabashedly, funny sometimes and butting when it comes to calling out patriarchy and socio-cultural barriers against women, this autobiography is a celebration of and a triumph for the indefatigable spirit of womanhood.The writer reminisces and takes us on a journey: her Jamaican-Nigerian pedigree her appreciation of her father's role as the first positive male figure in her life, I her pride in her mother's entrepreneurial and go getting spirit which she inherited, her early motherhood and marriage and her determination to be much more than a wife and mother. There stories will inspire young women everywhere to aspire to be the best version of themselves and to be unafraid to high standards all round.

Breaking Barriers: Stories of Empowered Women is a celebration of resilience, determination, and the triumph of spirit among women who have defied societal norms and pursued their dreams despite the challenges of marriage and family responsibilities. Through a collection of inspiring stories, this book showcases the lives of remarkable women from diverse backgrounds who have navigated the complexities of balancing their personal and professional aspirations. From entrepreneurs and activists to athletes and artists, each story exemplifies courage, perseverance, and the transformative power of pursuing one's passions. This book is a tribute to the strength and resilience of women everywhere who inspire us to break barriers, defy expectations, and forge paths of success on our own terms. It serves as a rallying cry for empowerment and a testament to the transformative potential of embracing one's dreams while navigating the complexities of modern life. This biography encapsulates the essence of the book, highlighting its themes, purpose, and the inspirational stories it seeks to share with its readers.

“Smart ... compelling ... persuasive .” —New York Times Book Review She’s everywhere once you start looking: the trainwreck. She’s Britney Spears shaving her head, Whitney Houston saying “crack is whack,” and Amy Winehouse, dying in front of millions. But the trainwreck is also as old (and as meaningful) as feminism itself. From Mary Wollstonecraft—who, for decades after her death, was more famous for her illegitimate child and suicide attempts than for A Vindication of the Rights of Woman—to Charlotte Brontë, Billie Holiday, Sylvia Plath, and even Hillary Clinton, Sady Doyle’s Trainwreck dissects a centuries-old phenomenon and asks what it means now, in a time when we have unprecedented access to celebrities and civilians alike, and when women are pushing harder than ever against the boundaries of what it means to “behave.” Where did these women come from? What are their crimes? And what does it mean for the rest of us? For an age when any form of self-expression can be the one that ends you, Doyle’s book is as fierce and intelligent as it is funny and compassionate—an essential, timely, feminist anatomy of the female trainwreck.

Shirley White Pearl was raised in an era when women stayed home and raised children, took care of the house and husband. But Shirley is anything but typical. In 1952, she set out to start her adult life at the University of Iowa. She marched in protests and diligently studied the science of the mind. She also got married and had a child. Young and in love, she suddenly finds herself doing battle with what it means to be a mother and wife when her heart is telling her she wants to be so much more. Shirley abandons the simple life for a life of academia, meeting new friends, expanding her mind, and eventually divorcing. As a single mother, she pursues a doctorate in psychology and specializes in special education. With a new marriage under her belt, she and her husband move to St. Paul, Minnesota, where Shirley develops and directs a groundbreaking school for children with learning disabilities. As she watches her third marriage crumble, Shirley soon finds the life she always wanted. A whirlwind romance turns into a lifetime of travel with a new love named Fred, who takes her to places she only dreamed of. Middle age descends upon Shirley and she grapples for what it means to be a woman on her own, a mother who could have done better, and an aging human who continually reinvents herself as her loved ones die. The Marginal Woman: Loving, Living, and Breaking Boundaries in a Pre-Feminist World is a study in the human spirit and what it means to find new life when the odds are stacked against you.

A fundamental and well-illustrated reference collection for anyone interested in the role of women in North American religious life.