The book tells the story of Henrietta Lacks, a poor African American tobacco farmer whose cells, taken without her knowledge in 1951, became one of the most important tools in medicine, vital for developing the polio vaccine, cloning, gene mapping, and more. Henrietta's cells have been bought and sold by the billions, yet she remains virtually unknown, and her family can't afford health insurance. The book explores the collision between ethics, race, and medicine; of scientific discovery and faith healing; and of a daughter consumed with questions about the mother she never knew.

"A Midwife's Tale" is a historical account of a midwife's life in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, based on her detailed diary entries. The book offers a unique perspective on the daily life, medical practices, and social and economic conditions of the time, while highlighting the significant role that women played in the community, despite their limited rights and opportunities. The narrative also provides a rare insight into the realities of childbirth and women's health during this period.

This book provides an in-depth look at the women's suffrage movement, detailing the political strategies, key players, and significant events that led to women gaining the right to vote in the United States. It offers a comprehensive history of the movement from its early beginnings to its ultimate victory, highlighting the tireless efforts of the women who fought for equality. The book also examines the political landscape of the time, revealing the challenges and opposition the suffragettes faced.

"The Yellow House" is a memoir that tells the story of a hundred years of the author's family and their relationship to home in a neglected area of one of America's most mythologized cities, New Orleans. The narrative follows the author's journey from growing up in the titular house in New Orleans East, a largely ignored part of the city, to her pursuit of education and a career as a journalist, and her eventual return to New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. The book explores themes of race, poverty, and inequity in America, while also being a deeply personal exploration of family, identity, and place.

"Hope in the Dark" is a powerful and inspiring exploration of the transformative power of hope in times of uncertainty. The book challenges the notion that hope is a passive emotion, instead arguing that it is an active process that can inspire change and action. Using a series of historical examples, the author demonstrates how hope has been a driving force in social and political movements, and encourages readers to remain hopeful, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.

"Eden's Outcasts" is a biography that explores the lives of American author Louisa May Alcott and her father, Amos Bronson Alcott. The book delves into their personal and professional lives, detailing their relationships, struggles, and achievements. It provides a comprehensive look at Louisa's journey to becoming a renowned author and her father's role as a progressive educator and philosopher. The book also examines the impact of their unconventional family life and the influence of Transcendentalism on their work.

This biography explores the life of Margaret Fuller, a pioneering feminist, journalist, and women's rights advocate in the 19th century. The book traces her journey from her upbringing in Massachusetts, her role in the transcendentalist movement, her work as a foreign correspondent for the New York Tribune, to her tragic death in a shipwreck. The narrative provides an in-depth look at Fuller's personal struggles, her intellectual pursuits, and her groundbreaking achievements in a male-dominated society.