1. Education

Discuss in my forum

Top 6 Books on General Women's History

By , About.com Guide

Suggested book list of books on general women's history. If you're looking for suggested books for a reading group, one or more of these on general women's history may be of interest.

1. What Every American Should Know About Women's History : 200 Events That Shaped O

by Christine Lunardini -- good selection for hitting the highlights of American women's history. (I wish there were a similar book on global women's history.)
Compare Prices

2. From Eve to Dawn

by Marilyn French -- three volumes, which together might serve for many meetings of a reading group.
Compare Prices

3. Born for Liberty : A History of Women in America

by Sara M. Evans -- a very readable classic in women's history.
Compare Prices

4. The 100 Most Influential Women of All Time : A Ranking Past and Present

by Deborah G. Felder -- written for young adults but suitable for adults, as well -- most readers will discover some names that are new to them.
Compare Prices

5. A Shining Thread of Hope : The History of Black Women in America

by Kathleen Thompson, Darlene Hine -- a more narrow focus than the others but it covers territory that is too often neglected.
Compare Prices

6. The American Women's Almanac : An Inspiring and Irreverent Women's History

by Louise Bernikow -- a look with a heavy dose of humor, with many snippets of historical facts.
Compare Prices

©2013 About.com. All rights reserved.