Stories of resistance, power and defiancé from the women who dared to make history * Provides a global view of feminist history, taking in every continent in a span stretching from antiquity to the 21st century. * Brings together a range of distinctive voices, from eminent historians to personal reflections on family members and ancestors; contributors include scholars, critics, creative writers, journalists and commentators. *Makes history accessible, with short, snappy essays written to appeal to a mass audience while maintaining scholarly rigour. What does it mean to be a woman who dares to challenge the status quo? Whether by wielding power in patriarchal societies or rallying for peace, fighting for change has always put women in danger, but also led to remarkable stories of resistance. Gathering 45 stories from writers around the globe, this collection explores the twin themes of women and daring through the lives of monarchs, prophets, suffragists, soldiers, scientists, activists and artists. From the infamous to the forgotten, these trailblazers have much to tell us about the dynamics, conflicts, identities and power relations with which women live today.