When Women Ruled the World When Women Ruled the World Kara Cooney

When Women Ruled the World

Six Women Who Wore the Double Crown

by Kara Cooney

★ 4.1 24 min read

About This Book

Egypt stands alone among ancient civilizations in how often it turned to women for leadership. Through the lens of divine kingship and authoritarian rule, When Women Ruled the World (2018) chronicles the lives of six remarkable female pharaohs – Merneith, Neferusobek, Hatshepsut, Nefertiti, Tawosret and Cleopatra. These narratives reveal timeless insights about women wielding power that resonate with contemporary discussions of female authority.

Who Should Read This?

  • People fascinated by historical accounts of women leaders
  • Readers seeking inspiration from groundbreaking women throughout history
  • Those passionate about ancient Egyptian civilization and culture

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