First published 1989
From Cleopatra to Margaret Thatcher, The Warrior Queens chronicles the extraordinary lives of women who commanded armies, conquered territories, and defied convention. Antonia Fraser's sweeping history illuminates the ambition and cunning of these remarkable rulers, who wielded power in a male-dominated world. Bound by duty, driven by destiny, they fought to defend their people and their thrones against all odds. Through vivid portraits of their triumphs and tragedies, The Warrior Queens reveals the grit and determination that allowed these women to seize the reins of power and shape the course of history.
Genres: biography, history, 20th-century, non-fiction, 21st-century, military-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: strong-female-lead
Period: 19th-Century, 20th-Century, 21st-Century
Paperback · Vintage/ Random