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She: a Celebration of Renegade Women
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240 pages, Hardcover
Published August 13, 2019
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March 13, 2018
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SHE by Harriet Hall is a compact book highlighting 100 women from history who contributed to positive change within society. Some of these women have long since passed, but some are still alive today.
What I loved most about this book is that each woman was dedicated only two pages — one page had a black and white sketch illustration of the woman, and the other page detailed their life story. I loved that their story was summarised so succinctly.
I’ve read a lot of these types of books and I always felt like there was too much description that could’ve been edited down. Essentially, I think the reader wants a quick snapshot of how that person changed history, so a one-page summary is really wonderful.
“History paints Cleopatra as a beguiling woman who had legendary affairs with Rome’s two most powerful leaders. But this telling of events overlooks her military aptitude an an intelligence that enabled her to rule a country fragmented by male-dominated political turmoil for two decades.”
SHE transcends decades and doesn’t just stick to the same women you read about in these kinds of books. Yes, Harriet talks about Marie Curie and Maya Angelou, but she also talks about Hillary Clinton and Beyonce.
This is a really great book for young readers, because there isn’t too much reading and there are illustrations to look at. Plus, the compact size of the book will be appealing to young children.
“The work of Joan Clarke is relatively unknown, but she played a vital role in breaking the code that eventually led to the end of the Second World War.”
This book is filled with inspirational women and their amazing stories. I really enjoyed reading it — I finished it in one sitting on the train to work. It’s been curated so well and the black and white illustrations are stunning. This would make a great addition to anyone’s library.
“The only woman on the team, Sacagawea proved an invaluable member. Clark noted in his diaries that she foraged for edible plants and bought horses for travel. In one particularly dangerous moment, she saved vital cargo when the team’s boat capsized.”
I recommend this to parents who aren’t looking for something too complex for their kids to read. As I mentioned, each woman is explained with only one page so it’s easy to move through this book quickly. I imagine young girls will love reading about all these inspirational women.
Thank you to the publisher for mailing me a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
SHE by Harriet Hall is a compact book highlighting 100 women from history who contributed to positive change within society. Some of these women have long since passed, but some are still alive today.
What I loved most about this book is that each woman was dedicated only two pages — one page had a black and white sketch illustration of the woman, and the other page detailed their life story. I loved that their story was summarised so succinctly.
I’ve read a lot of these types of books and I always felt like there was too much description that could’ve been edited down. Essentially, I think the reader wants a quick snapshot of how that person changed history, so a one-page summary is really wonderful.
“History paints Cleopatra as a beguiling woman who had legendary affairs with Rome’s two most powerful leaders. But this telling of events overlooks her military aptitude an an intelligence that enabled her to rule a country fragmented by male-dominated political turmoil for two decades.”
SHE transcends decades and doesn’t just stick to the same women you read about in these kinds of books. Yes, Harriet talks about Marie Curie and Maya Angelou, but she also talks about Hillary Clinton and Beyonce.
This is a really great book for young readers, because there isn’t too much reading and there are illustrations to look at. Plus, the compact size of the book will be appealing to young children.
“The work of Joan Clarke is relatively unknown, but she played a vital role in breaking the code that eventually led to the end of the Second World War.”
This book is filled with inspirational women and their amazing stories. I really enjoyed reading it — I finished it in one sitting on the train to work. It’s been curated so well and the black and white illustrations are stunning. This would make a great addition to anyone’s library.
“The only woman on the team, Sacagawea proved an invaluable member. Clark noted in his diaries that she foraged for edible plants and bought horses for travel. In one particularly dangerous moment, she saved vital cargo when the team’s boat capsized.”
I recommend this to parents who aren’t looking for something too complex for their kids to read. As I mentioned, each woman is explained with only one page so it’s easy to move through this book quickly. I imagine young girls will love reading about all these inspirational women.
Thank you to the publisher for mailing me a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
March 2, 2018
Wow, this hardback book is gorgeous! I love the size, and that it doesn't have a dust jacket. I even love the way the 100 renegade women are featured: a two-page spread with illustration on one side and awesome information on the other. It's so neat and crisp and to the point.
I've been reading quite a few books about women who aren't household mames, although most should be, and am continually fascinated with how powerful and strong women have been throughout history. Even though many didn't get recognition until recently, they pushed on and got things done.
The bravery these women possessed is inspirational.
I also like the diversity in this book. Not only are there women featured of all colours and from all over the world, but also through the ages and different fields.
SHE: A Celebration of Renegade Women is much more than a reference book about kick-ass women, it's a celebration. An inspiration to encourage the rest of us to keep creating, fixing, inventing--just do what feels right for you and make a difference in a world that often tries to stop us.
This is another keeper, and it's going right next to all the other books in my growing collection.
I've been reading quite a few books about women who aren't household mames, although most should be, and am continually fascinated with how powerful and strong women have been throughout history. Even though many didn't get recognition until recently, they pushed on and got things done.
The bravery these women possessed is inspirational.
I also like the diversity in this book. Not only are there women featured of all colours and from all over the world, but also through the ages and different fields.
SHE: A Celebration of Renegade Women is much more than a reference book about kick-ass women, it's a celebration. An inspiration to encourage the rest of us to keep creating, fixing, inventing--just do what feels right for you and make a difference in a world that often tries to stop us.
This is another keeper, and it's going right next to all the other books in my growing collection.
January 26, 2021
SHE is a love letter to all the women who have thrown out the rulebook and threatened the status quo. It's a toast to the brave, bold and brilliant women who make us proud to be ladies.
From fashion icon Coco Chanel to Queen Cleopatra, from literary legend Jane Austen to trailblazer Michelle Obama and from kick-ass activist Malala Yousafzai to the one-and-only Beyoncé, SHE honours 100 truly renegade women, from history through to present day
She is a celebration of women and I loved reading about every single women stated here.
There were a few that I knew and knew about what they had achieved, but there were many, many others that I had no idea about.
I really liked putting female names to an amazing amount of achievements, records and pioneering discovering that are not as known as if a man had done it.
A very quick read that I would highly recommend to everyone!
From fashion icon Coco Chanel to Queen Cleopatra, from literary legend Jane Austen to trailblazer Michelle Obama and from kick-ass activist Malala Yousafzai to the one-and-only Beyoncé, SHE honours 100 truly renegade women, from history through to present day
She is a celebration of women and I loved reading about every single women stated here.
There were a few that I knew and knew about what they had achieved, but there were many, many others that I had no idea about.
I really liked putting female names to an amazing amount of achievements, records and pioneering discovering that are not as known as if a man had done it.
A very quick read that I would highly recommend to everyone!
January 3, 2022
Brilliantly inspiring, uplifting and educational. A book that not only sheds light on renegade women but educates on the things in our every day that we may take for granted or are ignorant towards: from holocaust heroins to fashion designers. Our world keeps turning as a result of the bravery and persistence of women like these.
August 20, 2025
This compilation of 100 amazing women is very inspiring. Even though there is a clear english-speaker bias, the author tries to include women from all over the world. Personally, I still would like some more European representation, but I understand you have to cut somewhere.
Got a lot of new reading ideas from this piece.
Got a lot of new reading ideas from this piece.
August 20, 2019
Short interesting biographies of kick ass women who have made a difference to the world in so many different fields. Some of the women unrecognised and some I didn't that made me want to research more about these wonderful women.
February 13, 2021
Whilst I’m all for celebrating extraordinary women and their imprint in today’s world, I don’t think each woman’s story (love letter) was delivered well enough to persuade the strength, bravery, boldness etc of their contribution.
October 6, 2021
This book is amazing!!!
April 21, 2022
Interesting, easy read.
I hate the illustrations....could do as badly myself!
I hate the illustrations....could do as badly myself!
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