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Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves and Other Female Villains

Name: Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves and Other Female Villains
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Book Synopsis: From Jezebel to Catherine the Great, from Cleopatra to Mae West, from Mata Hari to Bonnie Parker, strong women have been a problem for historians, storytellers, and readers. Strong females smack of the unfeminine. They have been called wicked, wanton, and willful. Sometimes that is a just designation, but just as often it is not. "Well-behaved women seldom make history," is the frequently quoted statement by historian and feminist Laurel Thatcher Ulrich. But what makes these misbehaving women "bad"? Are we idolizing the wicked or salvaging the strong?

In BAD GIRLS, readers meet twenty-six of history’s most notorious women, each with a rotten reputation. But authors Jane Yolen and Heidi Stemple remind us that there are two sides to every story. Was Delilah a harlot or hero? Was Catherine the Great a great ruler, or just plain ruthless? At the end of each chapter, Yolen and Stemple appear as themselves in comic panels as they debate each girl’s badness—Heidi as the prosecution, Jane for context.

This unique and sassy examination of famed, female historical figures will engage readers with its unusual presentation of the subject matter. Heidi and Jane’s strong arguments for the innocence and guilt of each bad girl promotes the practice of critical thinking as well as the idea that history is subjective. Rebecca Guay’s detailed illustrations provide a rich, stylized portrait of each woman, while the inclusion of comic panels will resonate with fans of graphic novels.

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Are you ready to dive deep into the intriguing lives of history’s most notorious women? Look no further than Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves and Other Female Villains. This captivating book takes you on a thrilling journey through the lives of strong females who have been both scorned and celebrated.

From Jezebel to Catherine the Great, from Cleopatra to Mae West, these women challenge the traditional notions of femininity. They have been labeled as wicked, wanton, and willful, but are these titles truly deserved? Authors Jane Yolen and Heidi Stemple take on the task of exploring both the good and bad sides of history’s bad girls.

With each chapter, you'll be taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions as you navigate the arguments presented by Yolen and Stemple themselves. Heidi, acting as the prosecution, and Jane, providing the context, engage in a lively debate about each woman's badness. This unique approach to storytelling adds an exciting twist to the narrative.

What truly sets Bad Girls apart is its commitment to promoting critical thinking. As you delve into the stories of these infamous women, you'll be encouraged to question the popular narratives surrounding them. The authors challenge you to consider whether these women were heroes or harlots, rulers or ruthless.

Accompanying the insightful text are the stunning illustrations by Rebecca Guay. Her attention to detail and artistic flair bring these historical figures to life in a way that is both visually striking and thought-provoking. And for fans of graphic novels, the inclusion of comic panels will surely make this book a favorite.

If you're ready to challenge preconceived notions, embrace history from a fresh perspective, and be captivated by the lives of extraordinary women, then Bad Girls is a must-read. Join the debate, question the narrative, and uncover the truth about history's notorious women.

Discover Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves and Other Female Villains today!

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