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100 Nasty Women of History

Brilliant, badass and completely fearless women everyone should know
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100 Nasty Women of History by Hannah Jewell is a captivating collection of biographies that celebrates the lives of audacious and groundbreaking women who defied societal conventions. The book highlights the accomplishments and resilience of these women across different eras and cultures, illustrating how their actions have shaped the course of history in diverse and significant ways. With wit and insight, the author brings to life the stories of women who were often overlooked, offering a fresh perspective on their invaluable contributions.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the bold, irreverent and often overlooked women who have influenced history. It offers a witty and engaging exploration of notable women from different eras who challenged societal norms and made a lasting impact. Perfect for readers interested in biographies with a humorous twist, it celebrates the resilience and audacity of remarkable women throughout the ages.

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100 fascinating and brilliantly written stories about history's bravest, baddest but little known 'nasty' women from across the world.

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...hooting with laughter - what a swashbuckler that Hannah Jewell is MARINA HYDE

Because 100 Nasty Women is so easy to read and witty, I didn't expect it to be the life changing, important book that I'm discovering it to be PHILIPPA PERRY

A fantastic addition to your feminist library and historical knowledge. ANN SHEN, author of Bad Girls Throughout History

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100 Nasty Women of History offers 100 fascinating and brilliantly written stories about history’s bravest, baddest but little-known 'nasty' women from across the world.

These are the women who were deemed too nasty for their times, too nasty to be recognised, too nasty to be paid for their work, and sometimes too nasty to be allowed to live.

When you learn about women in history, they're often portrayed as shining, glittering souls. But when you hear about these Bold-Yet-Morally-Irreproachable Women of History who were 100% Pure and Good, you're probably not being told the best bits of her life. You probably missed the part where she:

  • Slept around
  • Wore men's clothes
  • Crashed planes
  • Led a revolution
  • Terrorised the seven seas
  • Wrote sensual poetry
  • Punched a Nazi (metaphorically, but not always)

These are the women you've probably never heard of, but should. Take these stories and tell them to your friends because everyone should know about the nasty women from history who gave zero f*cks whatsoever. These are the 100 Nasty Women of History you need to know about.

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100 Nasty Women of History by Hannah Jewell is praised for being both entertaining and enlightening. Reviewers highlight its blend of humour and historical insight, making it an inspiring and vital read for those interested in strong women throughout history. The book is appreciated for its witty writing style and the ability to engage readers with its portrayal of women who defied societal norms. It is recommended as a significant addition to feminist literature and is noted for its relevance and impact.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473671249

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Coronet Books

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Hannah Jewell is a video journalist at The Washington Post covering pop culture, politics, and more. She formerly worked at BuzzFeed UK, where she was known for her writing about gender and her satire of British and American politics.

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