Famous Hussies of History: Stories of the Super-Women

By Albert Payson Terhune

Book Overview

Famous Hussies of History is a non-fiction book written by Albert Payson Terhune. The book explores the lives of several women throughout history who were considered to be controversial figures due to their behavior, actions, or relationships. Terhune provides a detailed account of each woman's life, including their early years, rise to fame, and eventual downfall. Some of the women featured in the book include Cleopatra, Mata Hari, and Madame du Barry. Terhune also provides historical context for each woman, examining the societal norms and expectations of the time period in which they lived. The book offers a unique perspective on these famous women, shedding light on their personal struggles and motivations. Famous Hussies of History is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, women's studies, or biographies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116278525X
• ISBN13: 9781162785257
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"