The Other Half of History

How much do you really know about these famous female figures in history? Too often women of the past are caught up in the myth and myopia of male historians. Through the medium of poetry this anthology seeks to offer a well-rounded version of a selection of female historical figures. In a series of digestible amusing and witty poems Carter renders such women much more accessible. In exploring the thoughts and feelings of these women Carter respects the gravity of the subject matter whilst making the issues feel thoroughly modern.