 | Abzuglutely!: Battling, Bellowing Bella Abzug Author: Aronson, Sarah | |
| Price: $14.24 | ||
Summary:
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.
Reviews:
Booklist (+) (10/15/24)
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Booklist - 10/15/2024 *Starred Review* As a model of a flamboyant, loudmouthed liberal, it would be hard to top Bella Abzug, and here Aronson does her justice, taking readers from her Bronx childhood to her time in political office (campaign slogan: “This woman’s place is in the House . . . the HOUSE of REPRESENTATIVES.”) and as a voice for many activist causes. Along with a tally of those causes, from defying the McCarthy witch hunts to promoting gay and women’s rights, the author salutes her relentlessly confrontational style (“This girl was born bellowing”) and links her to her Jewish roots, particularly the principle of tikkun olam (“repairing of the world”), and—justly or otherwise—credits her with creating “a whole new playbook for women in politics and across the nation.” Readers will have no trouble picking her out of the crowds of marchers and supporters in the illustrations; as befits such a huge personality, D’Aquino dresses her in glaring red throughout, from her shoes to her trademark wide-brimmed hats. The author’s note and time line at the end, which come with period photos, add further context to her times and achievements. “She didn’t get everything she fought for, but she got the battle started.” Could budding activists learn something from her example? Abzuglutely. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
