Women in World History: v. 1: Readings from Prehistory to 1500 (Sources and Studies in World History)

by Sarah Shaver Hughes

Other authorsBrady Hughes (Contributor)
Paperback, 1995

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Available

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Publication

Routledge (1995), 272 pages

Description

Presenting selected histories in Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas, this work discusses: political and economic issues; marriage practices, motherhood and enslavement; and religious beliefs and spiritual development. Famous women, including Hatshepsut, Hortensia, Aisha, Hildegard of Bingen and Sei Shonangan, are discussed as well as lesser known and anonymous women. Both primary and secondary source readings are included.

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½ (2 ratings; 2.5)

Language

English

Original language

English

Physical description

272 p.; 6 inches

ISBN

1563243113 / 9781563243110

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