Description: When Elinor McGrath decided she wanted to be a veterinarian, the world told her no. But she was determined to prove that accepting women wasn't the only change the profession needed.
Brief description:
Alette Straathof was born and raised in a small town in The Netherlands. She received a BFA in illustration, with a minor in gamification, from the Willem de Kooning Academy in 2016. Alette works exclusively as a freelance illustrator and lives in Paris, France.
Review Quotes:
"Elinor's irrepressible spirit is an inspiration, and the attractive artwork captures her exuberance and determination in a soft watercolor style. The perfect intro to an unusual life that young animal lovers are bound to appreciate." --Booklist
"This book about America's first woman to own a veterinary practice is for anyone who loves animals, needs a burst of self-confidence, or wants to soak up herstory as well as history." --Spirituality & Practice
"Based on the true story of the first woman veterinarian in the US, this choice celebrates Elinor McGrath and everyone who pursues their dreams." --Kendal Routzhan, "Books to Borrow... Books to Buy" column, The Reading Eagle