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Title: Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07: Great Women
Note: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07: Great Women" by John Lord is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The work focuses on influential women throughout history, examining their lives, achievements, and the impact they made on society. The opening portion of the book showcases notable figures such as Héloïse, Joan of Arc, and other women who exemplified strength, virtue, and intellect in challenging times. At the start of this volume, the narrative delves into the life of Héloïse, highlighting her beauty, intellect, and passionate love for the philosopher Peter Abélard. The text captures the complexity of their relationship, characterized by intellectual camaraderie that evolves into a profound romance. Despite societal constraints and personal turmoil, Héloïse's story emphasizes her resilience and depth of character, setting the stage for the exploration of other remarkable women in history. The author prepares readers for a journey through time to uncover the legacies of women who defied norms and shaped their eras, inviting admiration and reflection on their contributions to human history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lord, John, 1810-1894
EBook No.: 10533
Published: Dec 1, 2003
Downloads: 84
Language: English
Subject: History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07: Great Women
Note: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07: Great Women" by John Lord is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The work focuses on influential women throughout history, examining their lives, achievements, and the impact they made on society. The opening portion of the book showcases notable figures such as Héloïse, Joan of Arc, and other women who exemplified strength, virtue, and intellect in challenging times. At the start of this volume, the narrative delves into the life of Héloïse, highlighting her beauty, intellect, and passionate love for the philosopher Peter Abélard. The text captures the complexity of their relationship, characterized by intellectual camaraderie that evolves into a profound romance. Despite societal constraints and personal turmoil, Héloïse's story emphasizes her resilience and depth of character, setting the stage for the exploration of other remarkable women in history. The author prepares readers for a journey through time to uncover the legacies of women who defied norms and shaped their eras, inviting admiration and reflection on their contributions to human history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lord, John, 1810-1894
EBook No.: 10533
Published: Dec 1, 2003
Downloads: 84
Language: English
Subject: History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.