Political Women, Vol. 1 by active 1840-1883 Sutherland Menzies
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"Political Women, Vol. 1" by Sutherland Menzies is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the lives and political involvements of several notable women in history, particularly during the tumultuous period of the Fronde in France. By focusing on figures such as Anne de Bourbon and the Duchess de Longueville, the author delves into how these women navigated and influenced the political landscape, often with devastating personal
sacrifices. The opening of the book introduces the author's intentions, emphasizing the unique position of women who actively engaged in the political arena during pivotal historical moments. Menzies draws attention to the potential detrimental impacts of such political pursuits on the personal lives of these women, illustrating how their ambitions often led to sacrifices in terms of family, happiness, and reputation. The early chapters specifically highlight Anne de Bourbon's background and her political endeavors, setting the stage for further exploration of her life and the dramatic role she played during a time characterized by intrigue and civil unrest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Menzies, Sutherland, active 1840-1883 |
|---|---|
| Title | Political Women, Vol. 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Emanuela Piasentini and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JK: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: United States |
| Subject | Women -- Biography |
| Subject | Women in politics -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27192 |
| Release Date | Nov 7, 2008 |
| Last Update | Sep 2, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 9843 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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