She Rides Like the Wind: The Story of Alfonsina Strada

By Joan Negrescolor

Book Overview

She was considered the "devil in her skirt" and "queen of pedals" Italian cycling icon Alfonsina Strada made a lot of headlines in the 1920s when she competed in the prestigious Giro d'Italia bike race - despite the rules because only men were allowed to participate. The story of this extraordinary, courageous woman tells as fast as the wind: about her childhood in the Italian province, her love of cycling, her longing for freedom and an impressive career. The multi-award-winning Spanish illustrator and writer Joan Negrescolor presents with his colorfully illustrated picture book a plea for overcoming gender stereotypes.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3899558537
• ISBN13: 9783899558531
• Release Date: August 2020
• Publisher: Little Gestalten
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.7" x 11.2"
• Age Range: 3 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1