March 8th is International Women's Day

Welcome back, friends. We’re celebrating today because not only is it International Women’s Day, but it’s the holiday’s 100th anniversary!

From internationalwomensday.com, “International Women's Day (8 March) is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. In some places like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a national holiday.”

We’re proud to announce that work is already underway on the upcoming Women’s History For Beginners. Women’s History for Beginners offers a lively, playful, provocative overview of this important (and controversial) academic field. Who are the great women of history, and why don’t we know more about them? Look for more with our upcoming title, expected February of 2012. Also coming in 2012: Jane Austen For Beginners! If you’re not familiar with the master of social drama and intrigue, this will be a treat especially for you.

While you’re waiting, why not take the afternoon off, put your feet up, and enjoy a good read? You can learn about black women throughout history in Black Women For Beginners. Or, read up on the exploits of famous figures like Emma Goldman in Anarchism For Beginners. Goldman was an anarchist, suffragette, and feminist who championed equality for women and union rights, and who faced deportation for her outspoken opposition to the draft in World War I. We hope you’ll enjoy these titles as you think of the women in your life and join us in celebrating International Women’s Day.