Courageous Queens
10 Untold Stories of History’s Boldest Rulers
Written by ANGELA BUCKINGHAM
Illustrated by DÉBORA ISLAS
Published by FIVE MILE
Courageous Queens is a collection of beautiful pictures and tales inspired by ten historical queens who were fierce, clever and courageous. These are queens who were leaders in their own right, warriors, inventors, strategists and rebels.
Our world demands bravery.
Bravery is inner strength, not just physical strength.
Bravery is overcoming fear, not fearlessness.
Bravery is the beginning of adventure, resilience and triumph.
And stories about brave girls help girls be brave.
These books are perfect gifts for your smart kid or adventurous adult. This is a fun shot of feminism and history in a ripping tales – a book for 8 to 80 year-olds.
These stories are an antidote to the traditional ‘damsel in distress’ narrative. They are not a collection of facts but a collection of tales that fire the imagination.
Powerful Princesses
10 Untold Stories of History’s Bravest Heroines
Written by ANGELA BUCKINGHAM
Illustrated by ANNE YVONNE GILBERT
Published by FIVE MILE
Powerful Princesses is a collection of beautiful pictures and tales inspired by ten historical princesses who were fierce, clever and courageous. These are princesses who were also leaders, warriors, teachers, healers, spies and rebels.