History

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Women Explorers Hidden in History

There's no doubt that women have always been a part of journeys of discovery, from Viking women crossing the ocean to new lands to trade caravans bringing goods through Africa. But there is… More →

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Women in the Renaissance

Women in the Renaissance investigates how women struggled for identity, influence, power, and recognition in a society dominated by men. Most were forced to serve their husbands and rulers or More →

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Women Inventors Hidden in History

We've all heard of Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison, but very few female inventors are household names. This fascinating book illuminates the history of women who used their brainpower More →

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Women Rulers Hidden in History

Ruling queens and politicians are not unusual today, but the stories of their ancestors are often lost in time. This amazing book brings the remarkable lives of ruling women to light,… More →

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Women Scientists Hidden in History

Did you know the first recorded chemist in history was a woman? Tapputi-Belatekallim lived about 1200 BCE and was the head perfumer for the King of Babylon - a big deal in ancient times when… More →

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Women's Suffrage

Women's Suffrage examines the evidence of the fight for women's equality, from the mid-1800s in North America to the global struggles that continue today. Past struggles of the equal rights… More →

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Women Warriors Hidden in History

There were many real-life female fighters who wowed the ancient and modern worlds with their bravery and skills. This exciting book dives into the history of women who bravely fought - some… More →

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Women Writers Hidden in History

For thousands of years, women in many cultures were excluded from or limited in education. This meant that others told their stories for them. This fascinating book shines a light on women… More →

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Workers' Rights

From limiting the working day to eight hours to forming unions and protecting children in the labor force, the rights of workers has long been, and still remains, a fascinating and important… More →

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World War I: 1914-1916 - A Terrible New Warfare Begins

This compelling book follows the events of the first few years of World War I. After the assassination of Austro-Hungarian Archduke Franz Ferdinand, war was declared by Europe's five great… More →

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World War I: 1917-1918 - The Turning of the Tide

Events in 1917 had a dramatic influence on the course of World War I. This exciting book about the second half of World War I details the effects of the political revolution in Russia and the More →

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World War II: History's Deadliest Conflict

This series takes a detailed look at the course of events that led up to World War II and the conflict's lasting impact on the world. Readers will learn how the worldwide economic boom and… More →

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