Ancient Women

Life has always been a banquet for Sappho, one to be savored to the fullest. Following a magnificent destiny, her strange and sensual odyssey has carried her to the far corners of the ancient world, from Delphi to Egypt, to the Land of the Amazons, and the realm of Hades. For Sappho, it was always about love—love that seduced her into a plot to depose a dictator, and love that made her trade an unwanted marriage bed of a despised and drunken husband for a seemingly endless series of lovers, both male and female.

In January of 668 A.D., Fidelma of Cashel - sister to the king of Muman, advocate of the Brehon law courts and religieuse in the Celtic Church - is called to investigate the brutal murder of Abbess Faife and the mysterious disappearance of six young female religieuse while away on a short pilgrimage away from their abbey. But when Fidelma and her husband, Eadulf, arrive, they are confronted with another violent murder under mysterious circumstances.

In the dawn of time, women ruled, and the people had no word for war. Then the horsemen came. Sarama is the last of the White Mare's servants, descended from an ancient line conquered long ago by warrior tribes. Her father is the king of one such tribe. Her twin brother Agni is the king's heir. But she is heir to an older world, and a different way.

In the big-sky country of Montana, the past doesn't always stay buried. Circumstances have a way of forcing secrets into the open, sometimes bringing hearts together in unlikely ways, and sometimes tearing them apart. Dear Lady is Book One in the Coming to America series about women who come to America to start new lives.

Epic Journeys Reimagined: Discover the Untold Stories of History's Most Powerful Women Step into the world of ancient epic and discover the untold stories of the women who shaped ancient myth and history. In The Other Odyssey: Women's Epic Journeys you'll encounter legendary figures like Penelope and Helen, as well as lesser-known but equally fascinating figures like Briseis, Penthesilea, and Creusa. Explore the lives and journeys of these extraordinary women: Penelope: The weaver whose cunning and resilience kept her kingdom safe. Briseis: A queen turned war prize, who navigates the ...

Tonina lives an idyllic life on a small island in the Caribbean hundreds of years before Europeans discovered it. But she has always been an outsider among her people. Unlike them, Tonina is tall and lean and light skinned, and her origins remain a mystery. Her adoptive parents had found her floating in a basket in the sea - a sacrifice? A shipwreck? No one knows. When Tonina turns 19, her parents know she must return to the sea so that the gods don't become angry with the village for keeping something that is not theirs.

Harness the power of the universe to create a life of purpose and fulfillment and manifest your dreams into reality Do you yearn for a life where your dreams effortlessly manifest into reality? If you've ever felt a disconnection between your desires and your current reality, then The Law of Attraction Blueprint is your key to bridging that gap. Imagine waking up each day feeling aligned with your purpose, surrounded by abundance, and living the life you've always dreamed of. Within these pages, you'll discover the power within you to create your own reality. Bestselling author Layla Moon, ...

The charismatic Fulvia amassed a degree of military and political power that was unprecedented for a woman in Ancient Rome. Married three times to men who moved in powerful circles, including Marc Antony, Fulvia was not content to play the usual background role that was expected of a wife—instead she challenged the Roman patriarchy and sought to increase her influence in the face of determined opposition.

Esta es la historia de una mujer que desafió el orden establecido para convertirse en el faraón más poderoso de Egipto. Gobernó en el momento de máximo esplendor del país, cuando su ejército era el más fuerte del mundo y el reino disfrutaba de gran prosperidad. Y dejó un inmenso legado en forma de obras arquitectónicas que hoy en día nos siguen fascinando.

How much do you know about the key role women played in shaping the theatre we all know and love today? Perhaps you know little about the women who made theatre what it is today, and you are searching for a book that will help you improve your knowledge of musicals and their history. Or maybe you already have a strong understanding of the history of Broadway musicals, and you are searching for a book that covers the biographies of women in theatre in great detail. The truth is women’s role in the rise of theatre is greatly underappreciated. That is, until now. Introducing The Wonderful ...

John walks like an ancient Eygptian.

‘Sharp as quivering hares are the Flecks. We’ve eyes and ears for things other folk miss. 'Much later, in the aftermath of the battle of Flodden, a young man finally understands his father’s words. The year is 1513. The place is North-East England. Tom Fleck, a downtrodden farm worker, but gifted archer, yearns to escape his masters. He unearths two objects that could be keys to freedom: a torque of ancient gold and a Tudor seal ring. He cannot know how these finds will determine his future. Rachel Coronel craves an end to her wanderings. When the torque comes to rest around the neck ...

Writer, activist and journalist Joan Smith has worked for years to raise awareness of violence against women and girls, and has been instrumental in bringing the innate misogyny of the police to public attention. Unfortunately, She Was a Nymphomaniac reinterprets the bloody, violent story of twenty-three women closely associated with the Julio-Claudian emperors of Rome. Fewer than half a dozen of them can be said with any confidence to have died of natural causes.

Intrigued by India's unique genius for peaceful cohabitation and innovative co-prosperity? Discover how Hinduism's modern manifestations through its Gurus and spirituality transcend mundane nationalism and superficiality. In this book, you'll explore the personalities, organizations, and ideologies that are shaping Hinduism today. Learn about the diverse ways in which Hindus are embracing modernity while upholding their ancient faith's principles of peace, cooperation, and respect for all. Gain a deeper understanding of Hinduism's role in India's vibrant and ever-evolving society. Discover ...

The House of Atreus is cursed. A bloodline tainted by a generational cycle of violence and vengeance. This is the story of three women, their fates inextricably tied to this curse, and the fickle nature of men and gods.

Tyrant King – Shadow of the Leopard, is the fourth book in the Orisha series. Twenty years after the death of King Oranmiyan, in the opulent palace of Oyo, Princess Ayaba is forced to marry the ruthless and cunning King Olufe, the son of Oranmiyan. As she navigates the treacherous world of royal politics and ancient traditions, Ayaba must confront the dark secrets of the palace and the true cost of her duty. With the help of her loyal maid Efuna, Ayaba must find a way to survive the king's brutality and secure her place in the palace. But as she struggles to maintain her dignity and her ...

Winter, 670 AD. King Colg has invited the leading nobles and chieftains of his kingdom to a feast day. Fidelma and her companion Eadulf are finally home for an extended stay, and have promised their son, Alch, that they'll be able to spend some time together after months of being on the road, investigating crimes. Fidelma and Eadulf are enjoying the feast when it is interrupted by the entrance of a religieux, who claims he has an important message for the King.

In AD 670 Fidelma of Cashel is asked to act as an advisor to the Irish delegation to a church council hostile to the Celtic Church. In an abbey in Burgundy, Bishop Leodegar of Autun has assembled church leaders from all over Western Europe - an assembly that soon descends into chaos. That night one of the delegates is found murdered, his skull crushed, and Fidelma and her companion, Brother Eadulf, are suddenly in the midst of a murder investigation involving some of the most power religious leaders.

In the late 7th Century, the High King of Ireland is killed at night in the middle of his compound. Who killed him is not in question - there are unimpeachable witnesses that point directly to the clan chieftain responsible. Dubh Duin is, after all, found by the High King's guards in the High King's bed chamber holding the murder weapon. But with impending civil war in the balance, the motive for the murder becomes of paramount importance.

A woman's longing to present herself as physically beautiful is universal. Beauty is extolled throughout the Bible as complementing God's plan for women's lives. There are currently no books that examine the beauty practices of biblical women, the plants and products God created to accent their beauty, and the spiritual roots of feminine rituals. Beautiful women abound in the Bible: Queen Esther, the bride of Solomon, Delilah, Rachel, Sarah, and more. Their beauty was a gift from God, and God also supplied the many foods, spices, and oils that perfected each woman's appearance.