She Takes a Stand: 16 Fearless Activists Who Have Changed the World Volume 13 Slavery Links the women's stories to

Links the women's stories to explore the trauma of dislocation and the fragmentation of memory it causes

toward the end of their close connection and not too long before their untimely deaths

and practice desire as holy

At first Martha is entranced by the parties and pomp

sixteen-year-old Bree Matthews wants nothing to do with her family memories or childhood home

She Takes a Stand: 16 Fearless Activists Who Have Changed the World Volume 13 Slavery Links the women's stories to2016 VOYA Non Fiction Honor List In an age of "slacktivism" and fleeting social media fame, She Takes a Stand offers a realistic look at the game changing decisions, high stakes, and bold actions of women and girls around the world working to improve their personal situations and the lives of others. This inspiring collection of short biographies features the stories of extraordinary figures past and present who have dedicated their lives to fighting