She Persisted: Maya Lin

Maya Lin is known as the creator of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC. Despite objections due to her gender, age, race, and more, she persisted and her design stands out as one of the most memorable monuments in the country. This chapter book biography by Grace Lin highlights Maya Lin's life and achievements, including an introduction by Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations, and a list of ways readers can follow in her footsteps and make a difference. The book is part of the She Persisted series, which features other women who have persisted in their fields.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 24 October 2022
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Maya Lin is a renowned architect globally recognized for creating the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC. However, her selection faced significant opposition due to her gender, age, race, and other factors. Undeterred, Lin persisted and her design stands as one of the most iconic monuments in the United States. In this captivating chapter book biography written by bestselling and award-winning author Grace Lin, readers delve into the remarkable life of Maya Lin. The book features captivating black-and-white illustrations throughout and includes a list of ways for readers to emulate Maya Lin's achievements and make a positive impact. Additionally, don't miss out on the rest of the She Persisted series, which showcases the stories of numerous other remarkable women who have persevered throughout history.

Series Overview:
Spring 2022:
Coretta Scott King, Wangari Maathai, Temple Grandin

Summer 2022:
Malala Yousafzai, Marian Anderson, Patsy Mink

Fall 2022:
Diana Taurasi, Rosalind Franklin, Maya Lin, Wilma Mankiller

Weight: 79g
Dimension: 194 x 135 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780593403020