Rebel Women: Achievements Beyond the Ordinary

by Linda Kupecek

The women in these stories did the unthinkable for their they followed their own paths, flouting convention and daring to break from the traditions of family and marriage. They chose a life outside the norm, a decision for which most paid dearly. Nell Shipman was overlooked because she was not as acquiescent as required; she opened an independent production company just when the major Hollywood studios began exerting their power. Isobel Gunn, once revealed to be a woman, lost her livelihood and her respectability. And almost everyone scorned Mother Caroline Fulham. In Rebel Women , youll discover women who faced conflict, adversity and doubt to follow their dreams.

Genres: Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Danielle Metcalfe-Chenail · Rating 3 out of 5]

A title in the Amazing Stories series of books, this collection of portraits of 'rebel women' fits right in with its clear prose, funny anecdotes, and, yes, amazing stories lifted from the lives of some pretty incredible ladies. I particularly appreciated the mentions of silent film actress and writer/director Nell Shipman, as well as Katherine Stinson, who was responsible for the first air mail delivery here in Edmonton. Isobel Gunn was also a fascinating figure and kudos to the author, Linda Kupacek, for the historical digging that went into uncovering her story (as well as the stories of the other women). This is a great way to inspire new generations of women growing up in Canada's West - and around the world - and an enjoyable way to learn some history while you're at it!

[Taveri · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is about  pioneering women in Canada (most having a Calgary or Northern Alberta connection) in the last two hundred years that were unique.

The writing is a bit choppy in some chapters, seemed like a bunch of sentences thrown together. Still the biographies provide an admiration for wat these women accomplished on their own terms.

One woman was a silent film star, another a pig raiser, another a doctor, one a mountain climber, one a farmer, one a trapper, another a pilot, another a rodeo queen, each independent types.

[Mariana · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learned that its important just to be ourselves, no matter what society wants from us. I wish the author had gone deeper into the women's lives.

[Avery Follett · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very cool to learn about some influential women from Alberta! I really enjoy reading about Southern Albertan history.

[Anita · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some truly amazing women. Blazing their own trails, 100 plus years ago.

[Patricia · Rating 2 out of 5]

Disappointed that the majority of the bios were about American women, not Canadians.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

History and Biography of Canadian Pioneer Women