Superwomen by Albert Payson Terhune
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"Superwomen" by Albert Payson Terhune is a collection of biographical accounts written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives of iconic women throughout history who displayed extraordinary influence and power, often referred to as "Super-Women." Prominent figures such as Lola Montez, Ninon de L'Enclos, and Helen of Troy are among the subjects, showcasing their unique charms and complex lives, which ultimately shaped their legacies. The opening of "Superwomen" presents
a foreword discussing the concept of the Super-Woman, emphasizing her elusive qualities that defy simple categorization. Terhune questions the traits that contribute to a woman's captivating allure, noting that beauty, femininity, or intellect alone do not define these remarkable individuals. As the first chapter begins with the story of Lola Montez, we are introduced to her tumultuous career as a dancer whose vibrant personality and controversial actions led her to prominence—and, eventually, to scandal. The narrative hints at the various paths these Super-Women took to wield influence, ensuring readers will encounter a tapestry of intriguing stories about extraordinary women throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Terhune, Albert Payson, 1872-1942 |
|---|---|
| Title | Superwomen |
| Contents | Lola Montez -- Ninon de L'Enclos -- Peg Woffington -- Helen of Troy -- Madame Jumel -- Adrienne Lecouvreur -- Cleopatra -- George Sand -- Madame du Barry -- Lady Blessington -- Madame Recamier -- Lady Hamilton. |
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Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Women -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39339 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39339-1 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 648 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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