Posts by Pamela
Talking About Women’s History: Three Questions and an Answer with Vicky Alvear Shechter
Vicky Alvear Shechter has been on my radar since the days when we both contributed posts to the late, lamented group history blog Wonders and Marvels.* When I learned that she had written a book titled Warrior Queens, which introduces pre-teens to little-known ancient queens who took up arms against invaders and enemies, it was…
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Leaping* Ahead to Women’s History Month
I realize that it is not yet March, but I’m eager to start the conversation about Women’s History Month this month. A lot of us who work in the field of women’s history have mixed feelings about Women’s History Month.** On the one hand, we are pleased to have an excuse to celebrate the achievements…
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In which I announce that Women Warriors is out in paperback–and immediately wander off topic
For historical reasons related to the sale of books that I do not entirely understand, new books almost always release on Tuesdays. Today it is my turn. The paperback edition of Women Warriors released today and I am jazzed. I wish I could claim that I took the way new books are released into account when…
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