Warrior Women of the Ancient World

What You Will Learn

The lives of women are largely obscured in the ancient historical record, but the deeds and legends of a select few echo through the ages. Explore the facts and the fictions surrounding the texts, artifacts, and modern reception of noteworthy female leaders and warriors from Africa, Asia, and Europe. Discover the amazing lives of Hatshepsut (Egypt), Artemisia I of Caria, the Amazons, Amanirenas (Kush), the Trung Sisters (Vietnam), Boudicca (Iceni), Zenobia (Palmyra), and more!

Required Text: "Warrior Queens: True Stories of Six Ancient Rebels Who Slayed History" by Vicky Alvear Shecter, ISBN 1629796794

This section is facilitated by an instructor online. Within 2 business days of the class start date, you will receive instructions about how to access the class online.