Outrageous Women of the Renaissance

Outrageous Women of the Renaissance by León, Vicki. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780471296843.

Fabulous true stories of the most amazing women in history. They were cool and courageous, self-reliant and sharp-witted, daring and determined. They were the exciting, inspiring, and totally Outrageous Women of the Renaissance. These remarkable women forged their own paths, made their own rules—and rocked the world! Among the outrageous women youll meet are: Joan of Arc—the bold warrior who at age 17 became commander-in-chief of the French army and led her countrys charge against the invading English. Elisabetta Sirani—the lightning-quick painter who opened an all-female art school and became an international sensation. Grace OMalley—the mother of three who ruled the high seas as Irelands pirate queen and freedom fighter. Christina of Sweden—the eccentric Swedish monarch who awakened her country to the wonders of Renaissance art, science, and literature. Gracia Mendes Nasi—the Spanish humanitarian and philanthropist whose "underground railroad" saved the lives of countless persecuted Jews.