Ninth Street women

Mary Gabriel's 'Ninth Street Women' delves into the lives and careers of Lee Krasner, Elaine de Kooning, Joan Mitchell, Helen Frankenthaler, and Grace Hartigan, highlighting their significant contributions to the Abstract Expressionist movement.

The book provides an intimate look at their personal struggles, artistic achievements, and the gender politics of the time.

Gabriel's research and storytelling bring to light the challenges these women faced in a male-dominated art world and their enduring impact on modern art.

The book also explores their relationships, rivalries, and the broader cultural and social context in which they worked.