pickThis book specifically talks about (imp) trials in history where someone was accused of being a "witch", why they were accused, who accused them, and what was at stake. We get to see how accusers conflated this idea of being a "witch" with religious beliefs involving the devil, as a way to really people to their side (bc oh no, the devil).
But my fav part was the contemporary section. I think that part brought things into perspective #feminism
Today, and everyday, I am grateful for all the women who came before me and those here now.. Those who fought and continue to fight for a woman‘s place at the table. Those who do the hard work of caring for their communities, who are fighting against the atrocities that are happening on our streets. Those who remind us that we are all human, we all deserve dignity and caring for your neighbor is the point. They give me strength.
An interesting and informative biography of Joan of Arc. I started reading this when my family was vacationing in Rouen, France, where her trial and execution took place. The Joan of Arc museum there is well worth visiting.
#52bookclub (celebrity on the cover)
pickA family history, surrounded by the history of an era of the United States, early 1900s. I haven't exposed myself to a lot of information from that particular time, so this was interesting.
My book haul from our trip. Two were from the bookstore we visited and the rest were from the stores inside the various museums we visited. I may have gone overboard. But no regrets 😅
pickI had never heard of Captain Thuridur, which is surprising considering how much I love both sea stories and Icelandic history. Her reputation suffered as women's rights waned in the 1800s in Iceland, but this book brings her back to her rightful status as a bad-ass woman of Iceland's past.
pick4⭐️ This audiobook made me laugh out loud! Once I adjusted to the narration style, I was fully on board. I‘ve seen a mixed bag of reviews! Since I got a wicked kick out of it, I guess I‘m just dimwitted enough to have picked this up as a cheeky foray into a subject I know little about and have no emotional or intellectual investment in. 🤷♀️ Lucky me! (I mean, not just for the book but also because I am a woman in the now-times. 😳)
pickEach chapter in this impressive, informative read follows a female scientist influenced by Marie Curie while also sharing her astounding story. Marie's love of science still influences young scientists today, and her dedication to learning is infectious.
This book is well written and the perfect mix of science and personal reflections.
