What’s Her Name
A History of the World in 80 Lost Women
by Katie Nelson; Olivia Meikle; What'sHerName Podcast
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Pub Date 6 Jun 2024 | Archive Date Not set
Michael O'Mara Limited | Michael O'Mara
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Description
Journey through thousands of years of human history (now with the women put back in).
From the earliest human civilizations through to the present day, the stories of countless influential women – leaders, artists, warriors, scientists and more – have been ignored, forgotten, or actively suppressed. You may not have encountered the likes of Fatima al-Fihri (an Islamic World visionary who founded the world's first university), Ching Shih (the most successful pirate in history), or Huda Sha'arawi (a pioneering Egyptian feminist leader, suffragist, nationalist, and founder of the Egyptian Feminist Union), but that's about to change.
In What’s Her Name: A History of the World in 80 Lost Women, authors – and sisters – Olivia Meikle and Katie Nelson weave together the captivating stories of these fascinating figures to tell an alternative, enthralling and deeply researched historical narrative. A truly global history, What’s Her Name features biographies of incredible women spanning six continents and thousands of years, from Ancient Egypt and the Roman Empire to imperial China, the Americas and post-war Europe. Drawing on years of study and interviews with dozens of experts, this is an entertaining, thought-provoking look at the trailblazing women you may not have heard of (but should have).
Available Editions
EDITION | Other Format |
ISBN | 9781789295382 |
PRICE | £20.00 (GBP) |
PAGES | 304 |
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Featured Reviews
Amazing book with lots of interesting facts about women that I did not know. Really enjoyed learning more and it's told in such a easy way. Would recommend.
From the Venus figures found from the Stone Age, to various women from the Pythia to Ancient Egyptian females, this book is full of stories about women I have never heard of and is a wonderful and scholarly work , spanning continents and timeliness, mixing theories with mythology. I am very impressed by the work. Highly recommended.
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