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Title:
Female Warriors, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Memorials of Female Valour and Heroism, from the Mythological Ages to the Present Era.
Note: Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Female Warriors, Vol. 1" by Ellen C. Clayton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the remarkable roles of women in warfare throughout history, from mythological times to contemporary periods. It highlights various female figures known for their valor and heroism, focusing on amazing characters like the Amazons, Semiramis, and Boadicea. The opening of the work introduces the concept of "Popular Prejudice" and its view of women as weak and dependent on men, arguing against this notion through historical records showcasing female bravery. It discusses the historical belief in powerful feminine figures, such as warlike goddesses and warrior women who fought alongside their male counterparts. The narrative emphasizes the Amazons, detailing their societal structure, legendary battles, and cultural significance. The beginning sets the tone for a detailed examination of women's contributions to military history, challenging traditional stereotypes and misconceptions that have prevailed over time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Clayton, Ellen C. (Ellen Creathorne), 1834-1900
EBook No.: 43646
Published: Sep 5, 2013
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Women -- Biography
Subject: Women soldiers
Subject: Amazons
LoCC: History: Biography
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Female Warriors, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Memorials of Female Valour and Heroism, from the Mythological Ages to the Present Era.
Note: Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Female Warriors, Vol. 1" by Ellen C. Clayton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the remarkable roles of women in warfare throughout history, from mythological times to contemporary periods. It highlights various female figures known for their valor and heroism, focusing on amazing characters like the Amazons, Semiramis, and Boadicea. The opening of the work introduces the concept of "Popular Prejudice" and its view of women as weak and dependent on men, arguing against this notion through historical records showcasing female bravery. It discusses the historical belief in powerful feminine figures, such as warlike goddesses and warrior women who fought alongside their male counterparts. The narrative emphasizes the Amazons, detailing their societal structure, legendary battles, and cultural significance. The beginning sets the tone for a detailed examination of women's contributions to military history, challenging traditional stereotypes and misconceptions that have prevailed over time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Clayton, Ellen C. (Ellen Creathorne), 1834-1900
EBook No.: 43646
Published: Sep 5, 2013
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Women -- Biography
Subject: Women soldiers
Subject: Amazons
LoCC: History: Biography
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.