Queens of Prohibition: The Wild Story of 8 Women Bootleggers, Moonshiners, and Rum Runners
These daring dames ventured into the underworld of contraband liquor.
These daring dames ventured into the underworld of contraband liquor.
The 1692 Salem witch trials caused so much turmoil that the Massachusetts town is still synonymous with them.
In the coming decades, five princesses are expected to ascend the thrones of Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, and Sweden.
Mary Katharine Goddard was one of America’s first publishers, and she was tasked with printing and delivering the Declaration of Independence to the 13 colonies.
Marsha P. Johnson was a relentless advocate for gay rights, best known for her involvement in the Stonewall Uprising and tireless efforts to protect those in her community.
Before home pregnancy tests, the most reliable test was just to wait and see. But people still wanted to know as early as possible whether they were harboring a tiny human.
Billie Jean King is one of tennis’ most celebrated athletes. But she also championed gender equality efforts and fought for equal pay in sports.
Broadcast journalist Connie Chung was the first Asian American woman to co-anchor a major network newscast.
Here are some of the most unforgettable books to earn the Women’s Prize for Fiction from celebrated authors like Zadie Smith, Téa Obreht, and others.
You can learn about new women-owned businesses through Amazon's Women’s History Month hub page.
Wilma Rudolph made history as a Black woman athlete at the 1960 Rome Olympics, becoming the first American woman to win three gold medals at one Olympics.
In honor of Women’s History Month, discover unique products and learn the backstories behind these women-owned businesses.
Today, Katherine Mansfield is considered one of the most influential modernist writers of the 20th century—but she considered a career as a professional cellist.
Venus Williams took the sports world by storm when she first arrived on the international stage as a teenage tennis phenom. She hasn't slowed down since.
Marie Curie, who was born in Warsaw, Poland, on November 7, 1867, is still the only person to receive Nobel Prizes in two different sciences.
Amelia Bloomer’s impact on the women’s rights movement went much further than inspiring a fashion revolution.
Gibson was the first Black athlete to win a Grand Slam tennis event—and she also played pro golf.
In this group of female explorers, you'll find names like Gertrude Bell, Osa Johnson, Valentina Tereshkova, and many more.
For the second year in a row, ‘TIME’ has singled out a dozen actors, sports figures, and activists making a difference in the world.
We take a closer look at the life and demise of the wronged queen who lent her name to a rebellion when she took on the might of—what was at the time—the world’s largest empire.
In 1973 Wisconsin, two Cub Scout leaders discovered a neat trick involving heated plastic. A classic toy was born.
Here are some of the best inventions by women throughout history, from the paper bag to windshield wipers, circular saws, and more.
The '80s video game 'Legend of Zelda' was definitely named after "America's first flapper." Learn more incredible facts about Zelda Fitzgerald here.
To understand the power of journalism, look at the career of Ida B. Wells.