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Janina Ramirez - Femina (2nd Hand Paperback)
SKU B004080
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Synopsis
Subtitled : A New History of the Middle Ages, Through the Women Written Out of It.
An instant bestseller and one of the most celebrated history books of the year, Femina reveals the power and influence of medieval women who have been written out of our history. From royalty and religion to fame and fury, see the medieval world - and the women erased from it - with fresh eyes.
The middle ages are seen as a bloodthirsty time of Vikings, saints and kings: a patriarchal society that oppressed and excluded women. But what if that was not the whole picture?
Dig deeper into history and you will find many influential women who have been erased from our collective past - their names struck out of historical records with one word annotated beside them - FEMINA.
This ground-breaking reappraisal of medieval feminity reveals how women have been written out of history, and more importantly, why that matters for us today.
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Paperback
- Condition : As New
- Category : Non-Fiction - History & Futurology
- Published : 2022 (Penguin)
- ISBN : 9780753558263
- SKU : B004080
- PPC : SP300gm
- RRP : £10.99
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
'Revelatory' - The Guardian.
'A firecracker somehow captured between two covers.' - Lucy Worsley.
'Absolutely brilliant and highly recommended' - Caitlin Moran.
'Revelatory. Ramirez shows again and again that dark age Europe was a far more various place than we like to believe.' - Kathryn Hughes, The Guardian.
'One of Femina's greatest strengths is that it is not just a collection of medieval heroines, although there are inspirational stories aplenty in its pages, but also a readable and wide-ranging account of the Middle Ages - with the women put back in - that forces us to look at familiar stories in new ways.' - The Sunday Times.
'It's about time these stories had a wider audience. They've been waiting long enough.' - Spectator.
'Beautifully written, wonderfully free-ranging and gloriously original, Femina makes us look into the mists of history in new, exciting and provocative ways. A joyous read.' - Peter Frankopan, bestselling author of The Silk Roads.
AI Summary
Explore the captivating world of women throughout history with this compelling exploration of female figures who shaped civilisation. Janina Ramirez weaves together fascinating narratives spanning centuries, revealing the remarkable achievements, struggles, and legacies of women often overlooked in traditional historical accounts. From ancient times to the modern era, discover how these influential women challenged conventions and left an indelible mark on society. Perfect for history enthusiasts and readers seeking fresh perspectives on the female experience across cultures and epochs.
The Author
Janina Sara Maria Ramirez FRHistS FRSA, sometimes credited as Nina Ramirez, is a British art historian, cultural historian, and TV presenter. She specialises in interpreting symbols and examining works of art within their historical context.
