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When Women Ruled the World

Auteur(s): Kara Cooney
Narrateur(s): Kara Cooney
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This riveting narrative explores the lives of six remarkable female pharaohs, from Hatshepsut to Cleopatra - women who ruled with real power - and shines a piercing light on our own perceptions of women in power today.

Female rulers are a rare phenomenon - but thousands of years ago in ancient Egypt, women reigned supreme. Regularly, repeatedly, and with impunity, queens like Hatshepsut, Nefertiti, and Cleopatra controlled the totalitarian state as power brokers and rulers. But throughout human history, women in positions of power were more often used as political pawns in a male-dominated society.

What was so special about ancient Egypt that provided women this kind of access to the highest political office? What was it about these women that allowed them to transcend patriarchal obstacles? What did Egypt gain from its liberal reliance on female leadership, and could today's world learn from its example?

Celebrated Egyptologist Kara Cooney delivers a fascinating tale of female power, exploring the reasons why it has seldom been allowed through the ages and why we should care.

©2018 Kara Cooney (P)2018 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ancienne Femmes Histoire Moyen-Orient Questions de genre Sciences sociales Égypte Pharaon Afrique Égypte ancienne World History
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This book is full of educational information, told in such a way that never bores. I learned a lot about 6 Queens, more than half of which I'd never heard of before reading this book. Hatshepsut, Twosret, and Merneith all had such complex and fascinating stories. I would highly suggest this read for anyone who wants to read historical non-fiction that is full of twists and turns and drama to the extreme.

Educational and Interesting

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I would recommend this, it’s. A great read and she narrates it well. It did feel as if the Cleopatra part was different from the rest. Felt like it was missing the same perspective as the other Queens.

Great book, would read again. Was expecting more from Cleopatra

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I found myself really enjoying this far more than I thought. The author interjects a lot of her own beliefs and biases and for the most part I agree with her sentiments. We obviously can’t know exactly what the ancient Egyptians were thinking and feeling, but I think her interpretations were probably pretty accurate. She doesn’t hesitate to slam the patriarchy and she defends new and old heroines in an educated fashion. All the while providing tons of excellent information about ancient Egypt. I feel I would enjoy chatting with the author and she appeals to strong women in my opinion. If you aren’t into female power, I suggest you pass, but maybe also examine why you feel that way.

Very informative

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Love the critical analysis of the women’s role in the Egyptian Golden Era, the contrast with in the circles of power around the world through time.

Interesting

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I loved this book by Kara Cooney! She is an articulate author, sharing history in an interesting and thought provoking manner. I highly recommend this book.

Enlightening

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