A Seat at the Table, Elisa Boxer
A Seat at the Table, Elisa Boxer
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A Seat at the Table
The Nancy Pelosi Story

Author: Elisa Boxer

Narrator: Elisa Boxer

Unabridged: 17 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/07/2021

Synopsis

This inspiring picture-book biography about Nancy Pelosi shows her journey from the child of Baltimore's mayor to her marble-ceiling-shattering four terms as Speaker of the House, including the historic events of January 6th, 2021. 
 

Nancy Pelosi grew up watching her father, the mayor of Baltimore, welcome in people of all different backgrounds to sit at their table and make their voices heard. Nancy's mother always stood beside him, working behind the scenes to help her husband and the people he served. When Nancy grew up, she continued working behind the scenes in politics until a friend asked her to run for Congress herself--jump-starting a 33 year career as a political representative and taking her higher than she could have once imagined.

Young girls, especially, will be inspired by Nancy's journey and her commitment to using her voice to help others and to make sure women are heard in government. The backmatter also includes an exclusive interview with Nancy Pelosi herself.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rajani

What a fascinating biography of Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, who was elected to the House of Representatives at a time when there were only 25 women representatives. This book provides the backstory of how Speaker Pelosi was inspired to go into politics — watching the work her dad did as mayor......more

Goodreads review by Liza

I learned so much about the incredible life and motivation of Nancy Pelosi in this powerful picture book. Highly recommend.......more

Goodreads review by Joana

Elisa Boxer’s A SEAT AT THE TABLE gives us a glimpse on Nancy Pelosi’s life and shows us the big influence her parents had on her, especially her mother, and how those role models made her the woman she became. Strength, kindness, empathy and leadership are key words for here. A must for every libra......more

Goodreads review by Isabella

A SEAT AT THE TABLE shares a bit of the lifelong journey it took Nancy Pelosi to break the "marble" ceiling and be the Speaker of the House for 4 terms. It begins by showing her parent's influence on her as a young girl, then JFK's speech inspired her as a young woman...until finally a California Co......more

Quotes

"Pays due homage to its subject."--Kirkus Reviews

"Sends a resilient message."--Publishers Weekly 

"An ­accessible introduction with a focus on Pelosi’s influences and role as a woman in politics."--School Library Journal

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