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100 1 _aClayton, Ellen C.
_q(Ellen Creathorne),
_d1834-1900
245 1 0 _aFemale Warriors, Vol. 1 (of 2) :
_bMemorials of Female Valour and Heroism, from the Mythological Ages to the Present Era.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2013-09-05
508 _aProduced 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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWomen -- Biography
653 _aWomen soldiers
653 _aAmazons
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43646
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