Gender studies: women and girls Books

I have written a book in praise of women, and I am a man. Though other men share my admiration for women and my appreciation (as both awareness and gratitude) for what they have endured on our behalf, women are owed more than this alone. So, with that...

Manuscripts recount two family's journeys from pre-Revolutionary days until they unite in the late 1800s. Ancestors describe a forty year old Revolutionary drummer boy, a politician dying of typhoid the day he's elected, early snafus in laying railroad...

Rhonda Clemons seemed to have it all. She was happily married to a good man, blessed with children, a great education, and had many options in life. However, tragedy struck at an early age. Her beloved husband, Mike, was diagnosed with cancer at age...

This is a story of two abusive marriages and survival, and the relationship of a mother and her sons.

A Journey to the Unknown of a Young Girl Named Kahache is sensational. It will make you laugh, make you cry, and make you live again.

Eliza Haywood was one of the most popular and versatile writers of the eighteenth century. The two novellas in this edition - The Rash Resolve (1724) and Life's Progress (1748) - show her developing and adapting her ideas on the subject of passion and...

A novel that helps you understand the British reaction to Corinne as well as of its cultural, social and gender implications.

In this second edition of the remarkable, and now classic, cultural history of black women's beauty, Venus in the Dark, Janell Hobson explores the enduring figure of the "Hottentot Venus" and the history of critical and artistic responses to her...

""Conduct Is Fate V1, Part 2"" is a novel written by Charlotte Bury and published in 1822. It is the second part of the first volume in the ""Conduct Is Fate"" series. The novel follows the lives of several characters, including the wealthy and...

Zwo Schriften, welche von der Frau Marquis von Chatelet (1741) von Gabrielle Emilie Du Chatelet ist ein Buch, das aus zwei Schriften besteht, die von der franz������sischen Mathematikerin, Physikerin und Autorin Gabrielle Emilie Du Chatelet verfasst...

Women of England is a book written by Bartlett Burleigh James and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the role of women in England during the 19th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including women's education, employment,...

Your Garden And Mine is a gardening book written by Margaret Winston Caldwell and first published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive guide to gardening, covering everything from soil preparation to plant selection to garden design. It includes tips and...

Worthy of Trust is a novel written by Hannah B. Mackenzie and was originally published in 1885. The story revolves around the life of a young girl named Kate who grows up in a small town in New England. Kate's father is a wealthy businessman who is...

Women of Ninety-Eight is a historical book written by Helena Walsh Concannon and published in 1919. The book tells the story of the women who played a significant role in the Irish Rebellion of 1798, also known as the United Irishmen Rebellion. Concannon...

Women in the Lead Industries is a book written by Alice Hamilton and originally published in 1919. The book explores the working conditions of women in lead industries such as lead smelting, lead mining, and lead painting. Hamilton, who was a pioneer in...

Woman�������s Work For Woman is a book written by Lovina B. Benedict and published in 1892. The book is a guide for women who want to help other women in need. It covers a range of topics, including education, health, and social issues. The author...

Woman's True Power and Rightful Work is a book written by Isha in 1878. The book explores the role of women in society and their true power. It argues that women have been subjected to oppression and discrimination throughout history, and that their...

Woman�������s Service On The Lord�������s Day is a book written by Emily Durrant in 1861 that explores the role of women in the Christian church. The book argues that women have an important role to play in the worship and service of God on Sundays, and...

Woman's Mission is a book written by G. W. Doane and published in 1840. The book is a treatise on the role of women in society and their mission in life. The author argues that women have a unique and important role to play in the world, and that their...

""The World As I Have Found It: Sequel To Incidents In The Life Of A Blind Girl"" is a book written by Mary L. Day Arms, first published in 1878. It is a sequel to her earlier work, ""Incidents In The Life Of A Blind Girl."" The book is a memoir that...

The Young Hop-Pickers is a novel written by Sarah Maria Fry and published in 1859. The book tells the story of a group of young children who work as hop-pickers in rural England during the mid-19th century. The children are forced to work long hours in...

""The Women of the Salons: And Other French Portraits"" is a book written by Stephen G. Tallentyre and published in 1901. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of French women who were prominent figures in the 18th and 19th century salon...

The Woman of Tact: And Other Bible Types of Modern Women (1912) is a book written by William Mackintosh Mackay. The book is a collection of essays that explores the lives of various women in the Bible and how their stories can be applied to modern women...

The Voice Unheard: A Story Of Dinard (1913) is a novel written by Nina Larrey Duryea. The book is set in the French town of Dinard and tells the story of an American woman named Margaret, who falls in love with a Frenchman named Raoul. Margaret is a...

The Two Legacies is a novel written by Georgina Lowell Putnam and published in 1900. The story revolves around two women, Mrs. Breen and Mrs. Wood, who are left with different legacies by their husbands. Mrs. Breen's husband leaves her with a substantial...

The Two Families: And The Duty That Lies Nearest is a novel written by Mary Livermore in 1848. The story follows two families, the Ellisons and the Harringtons, who live in a small New England town. The Ellisons are wealthy and influential, while the...

The Work Of The Afro-American Women is a book written by Mrs. N. F. Mossell in 1894. It is a historical account of the contributions made by African American women in various fields such as education, activism, and literature. The book highlights the...

The Woman Who Dares is a book written by Ursula Newell Gestefeld in 1892. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that highlight the importance of women's rights and the need for women to assert their independence and autonomy in a male-dominated...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

The Sunbeam is a novel written by Mary Latham Clark and published in 1855. The story centers around the life of a young woman named Edith, who is orphaned at a young age and sent to live with her aunt and uncle. Edith is a kind and gentle soul, but her...

The Story of the Grey Parrot is a book written by Emmeline A. Scott and first published in 1869. It tells the story of a grey parrot named Poll who is captured from the wild and sold to a sailor. The sailor takes Poll on his voyages around the world, and...

""The Spell of Belgium"" is a book written by Isabel Anderson in 1915. It is a memoir of her travels in Belgium prior to World War I. Anderson describes the country's architecture, art, and culture, as well as its people and their customs. She also...

The Sorrows of the Streets is a novel written by Mary Ann S. Barber and published in 1855. The book is set in Victorian England and follows the lives of several young girls who are forced to live on the streets due to poverty and neglect. The novel...

The Second Blooming is a novel written by Walter Lionel George and first published in 1914. The book is set in the early 20th century and follows the story of a young woman named Dorothea, who is married to a wealthy man named Sir John. Despite her...

The Sayings Of Mrs. Solomon is a book written by Helen Rowland and published in 1913. The book is a collection of sayings and confessions of the seven hundredth wife of Solomon. The book is a satire on the institution of marriage and the role of women in...

This is a collection of biographical sketches of women from the Bible and the wives of American presidents. With engaging narrative and insightful commentary, the book provides a unique perspective on these influential women and their impact on history...

Vivia, a young heiress, is determined to take control of her own life and claim her rightful place in society. But in a world dominated by greedy men and cruel social customs, Vivia finds herself constantly thwarted in her quest for power. This feminist...

Royal Women: Their History and Romance is a fascinating exploration of the lives of some of the most remarkable women in history. From Cleopatra to Elizabeth I to the Empress Catherine of Russia, these women shaped the course of history through their...

First published in 1893, this book offers an early and influential feminist critique of society and the gender roles that constrain women. With lucid arguments and incisive analysis, the book remains relevant today as a contribution to ongoing debates...

This biography of Gwen Elen Lewis offers a fascinating glimpse into life in tropical Africa in the early 20th century. With vivid descriptions of local customs, flora and fauna, and the challenges of living in a remote and inhospitable environment,...

Explore the captivating travels and insightful observations of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu through her personal letters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it...

This inspirational biography chronicles the life of Cicely Brown, a pioneering African American woman who overcame overwhelming obstacles to become a successful businesswoman, community leader, and philanthropist. Drawing on interviews with Brown's...

A collection of letters from a young Chinese student, sent to her American pen pal in the early 20th century. Provides a unique perspective on life in China at the time, including issues of family, education, and culture. Also offers insight into the...

Lady Warwick's memoir and diary provide a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman in 17th century England. Born into a wealthy family, she married into nobility and became a powerful influence at court. Her diary offers a unique...

This touching memoir recounts the life of a woman dedicated to her family and community. Through anecdotes and personal reflections, Jones captures the joys and challenges of motherhood and celebrates the enduring power of love.This work has been...