Pedal, Balance, Steer: Annie Londonderry, the First Woman to Cycle Around the World

Annie Londonderry proves women can do anything they set their minds to—even cycle around the world—in this nonfiction picture book for cycling enthusiasts, budding travelers, and anyone who dreams of reaching a difficult goal. In the 1890s, times were tough. Opportunities for women were few and far between. When Annie Londonderry saw an ad promising $10,000 to a woman who could cycle around the world, she waved goodbye to her family in Boston and set off for Chicago. Facing robbers, sprained ankles, and disapproving stares, Annie pushed on, proving that women could do just about anything.