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The Book of Sisters: Biographies of Incredible Siblings Through History

by Olivia Meikle
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Historical sisters' remarkable, world-shaping stories.

Ever find yourself inspired by stories of remarkable women who've shaped history? 'The Book of Sisters' does more than that: it's a tapestry of powerful sibling duos who left indelible marks on our past. From royalty to trailblazing athletes, this book is a perfect read if you're intrigued by the bonds of sisterhood and the formidable achievements earned better together. Imagine realizing the many ways sisters have shaped history, each page offering a new duo to admire.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Book of Sisters: Biographies of Incredible Siblings Through History

by Olivia Meikle
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ISBN: 9781838991487
Author: Olivia Meikle
Publisher: Neon Squid
Date of Publication: 2022-04-05
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, History
Related Topics: Biography
Goodreads rating: 4.48
(rated by 52 readers)

Description

Meet incredible women in this non-fiction book, from Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret to tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams. Podcasters Olivia Meikle and Katie Nelson share jaw-dropping stories of amazing siblings, including Egyptian ruler Cleopatra and her younger sister Arsinoë, Native American ballerinas Maria and Marjorie Tallchief, and samurai sisters Nakano Takeko and Nakano Koko. Take a whirlwind tour of women’s history, from Imperial China to the French Revolution, and discover the timeless tales of sisters in ancient mythology.
 

Historical sisters' remarkable, world-shaping stories.

Ever find yourself inspired by stories of remarkable women who've shaped history? 'The Book of Sisters' does more than that: it's a tapestry of powerful sibling duos who left indelible marks on our past. From royalty to trailblazing athletes, this book is a perfect read if you're intrigued by the bonds of sisterhood and the formidable achievements earned better together. Imagine realizing the many ways sisters have shaped history, each page offering a new duo to admire.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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