Author(s): Sarah Eason

History

This exciting series puts the spotlight on the achievements of women in history-some ignored during their time, others celebrated but forgotten. Each book features a field of endeavor and crosses the globe featuring inspiring examples from each continent. Hidden History boxes identify what made them unconventional and groundbreaking for their eras. Women Rulers Hidden in History, Ruling queens and politicians are not unusual today, but the stories of their ancestors are often lost in time. This amazing book examines the historic evidence that women have always been great and powerful leaders. Discover women rulers throughout history, from Queen Isabella of Spain, whose investment in explorer Christopher Columbus changed modern history, to Mandukhai Khatun, Mongol ruler and "second Genghis Khan." Book jacket.