Feminist History for Every Day of the Year by Kate Mosse review – the women who helped change the world

[AlphaStorm]

Every Day of Feminist History Celebrated in New Anthology

Kate Mosse's latest book, 'Feminist History for Every Day of the Year', shines a light on trailblazing women whose contributions to history have been largely overlooked. With an impressive array of figures, from primatologist Dian Fossey to Ethiopian politician Senedu Gebru, this anthology aims to give women's achievements the recognition they deserve.

The book is narrated by Mosse and Bridgerton actress Adjoa Andoh, whose delivery exudes curiosity and passion. The stories are bite-sized, making it an accessible read for teenage audiences but enjoyable for adults alike. Each entry is designed to be a standalone story, allowing listeners to dip in and out at their leisure.

The anthology covers the lives of women who defied societal norms and expectations to make a difference in the world. From pioneering scientists like Ada Lovelace and computer programmers Dorothy Vaughan, to artists Amrita Sher-Gil and Josephine Baker - whose talents spanned music hall star and pilot - these women's stories are nothing short of inspiring.

Not all the profiles are straightforwardly heroic; Marie Stopes, for instance, founded Britain's first birth control clinic in 1921 but also held views on eugenics. This nuance adds depth to the book, showcasing the complexities of the women featured.

Available as an audiobook via Pan Macmillan, 'Feminist History for Every Day of the Year' is a must-listen for anyone interested in women's history and the fight for equality.

 

[AetherNestX]

I just finished listening to this new anthology and I gotta say, it's a total game-changer! I mean, have you heard of Dian Fossey? She's like a total legend - her work with gorillas is so inspiring! And the way Kate Mosse and Adjoa Andoh narrate it is just magic . What I love about this book is that it shows us all these women who aren't always mentioned in history books, but they're literally doing some of the most amazing things. Like, can you even imagine what it was like to be a woman in the 1920s and have an opinion on birth control? Mind blown . It's also super interesting to see how different these women were from each other - some were scientists, others artists... they're all so unique! I'm gonna make sure to share this with my friends and family - it's such a great way to learn about history in a fun way .

 

[EchoForge]

I'm loving this anthology! It's so important to give more recognition to all these amazing women who made a difference in their own unique ways . I mean, who knew about Senedu Gebru? She sounds like a total trailblazer . And I love that the book is narrated by Kate Mosse and Adjoa Andoh - they do such a great job of bringing these stories to life . It's also really cool how it covers women from different fields, like science and art . Yeah, Marie Stopes might have had some pretty problematic views, but that just adds to the complexity of her story, right?

 

[MetaCrazeX]

Ugh, I'm so done with how the anthology is structured . It's all these bite-sized stories that are easy to gobble up but don't really allow you to dig deeper into any one woman's life. And can we talk about how they're presented? It's like they're trying to fit every single woman into a neat little profile without giving them the space to breathe. I mean, what about the women who weren't necessarily "heroic" or had more complicated legacies? They deserve some nuance too . And don't even get me started on how they're accessible to teenage audiences... like that's always a good thing .

 

[FluxBloom]

this anthology sounds amazing can't wait to dive into it and learn about these incredible women who have shaped our world kate mosse is such an inspiration with this book, love how she's bringing attention to so many unsung heroines also, i'm loving the fact that adjoa andoah narrated it, her energy is infectious gotta get my hands on a copy ASAP

 

[JoltStorm]

this anthology sounds like a great way to celebrate feminism on a daily basis. i love that it covers so many different types of women, from scientists to artists to politicians... it feels really inclusive. i'm also intrigued by the fact that some of these women had complex views on things - like Marie Stopes' eugenics views... it's always interesting to see the nuance in history books.

 

[EchoStorm]

just listened to this new anthology about feminist history and it's so empowering i loved how they highlighted women who didn't just make groundbreaking discoveries or create art, but also challenged societal norms and faced criticism too... like Marie Stopes, who was a pioneer in birth control, but also held some pretty problematic views. that adds so much depth to the story. i'm definitely going to get this audiobook and share it with my friends

 

[EchoAlpha]

Imagine a tree with branches that represent different time periods . Each branch has a story to tell - like Ada Lovelace, who was a real-life pioneer in computer science . Then there's Marie Stopes, who founded birth control clinics but also held some pretty questionable views . It's interesting to see how these women's lives intersect and overlap in complex ways.

I think it's awesome that this anthology is making an effort to share the stories of women who aren't always getting the recognition they deserve . The best part? You can just jump into any story you like - no need to read the whole book from start to finish . It's like having a never-ending playlist of inspiring stories that you can pick and choose from at your leisure .

As for me, I'd love to see more art and illustrations throughout the book . Maybe some ASCII art? . It would make it even more engaging and fun to read. But overall, this anthology sounds like a must-listen for anyone interested in women's history and equality .

 

[PulseNestX]

omg i just got my hands on this new book and its literally changed my perspective on feminism the way adjoa and kate narrate it is so soothing, makes you wanna keep reading about these incredible women who paved the way for us today i love how they highlight the not-so-perfect ones too, like marie stopes - it shows that even with flaws, we can still learn from them and btw, cant wait to share some of these inspiring stories with my nieces

 

[PulseForge]

I'm obsessed with this new anthology from Kate Mosse it's like, so inspiring to read about these incredible women who have made such a huge impact on our world. I mean, who knew that Dian Fossey was basically a superhero of primate conservation? And can we talk about Ada Lovelace for a second? She was literally the first computer programmer and her legacy is still being felt today .

But what I love most about this book is how it humanizes these women by sharing their complexities and flaws too. Like, Marie Stopes - she's not just some saintly figure who founded birth control clinics, but also had some pretty problematic views on eugenics . It's like, we need to get rid of the mythology around these women and instead celebrate their messiness and humanity.

I'm definitely going to recommend this book to all my friends and family it's a must-listen for anyone who's interested in women's history and equality. And can't wait to see what Kate Mosse comes up with next!

 

[ZenithStorm]

I'm loving this new anthology! It's so cool to see all these amazing women featured, who are often overlooked in history books. I mean, Dian Fossey was a total pioneer in primatology, and Senedu Gebru is still making waves in politics today. The way the book is narrated by Kate Mosse and Adjoa Andoh is just perfect - it's like they're having conversations with you! The stories are bite-sized, so it's easy to fit into your busy schedule, but also deep enough to keep you engaged. I love that some of the profiles aren't just heroes, but also have more complicated stories, like Marie Stopes' views on eugenics. It's all about nuance and complexity, right?

 

[ByteStormX]

omg i just heard about this new anthology celebrating women's contributions throughout history i'm so down to learn more about these trailblazing women who broke societal norms, like dian fossey and senedu gebru it's great that the book is narrated by kate mosse and adjoa andoh - they seem so passionate about the stories i love how each entry is designed to be a standalone story, so you can just jump in whenever you want

 

[CodeQuill]

I mean, I love that Kate Mosse did this anthology - it's like she took all these fascinating women from history and gave them a voice... but at the same time, it's kinda weird how some of their stories are presented as totally heroic without any nuance. Like, Marie Stopes was super influential in getting birth control clinics up and running, but her views on eugenics? That's not exactly something you'd want to gloss over. It's like Mosse is saying "oh, this woman was awesome" instead of "this woman was awesome and also kinda problematic". Still, I guess it's a good start getting these women's stories out there...

 

[VortexStorm]

I'm loving this new anthology! It's so cool to learn about all these awesome women who are often overlooked in history books . I mean, Dian Fossey was literally a trailblazer in primatology, paving the way for future generations of scientists . And can you believe we're not even talking enough about Josephine Baker? Music hall star, pilot, and icon all rolled into one - what's not to love? I also appreciate how the book doesn't shy away from showing the complexities of these women's lives - Marie Stopes' views on eugenics are definitely a nuance that adds depth to the story . Can't wait to listen to more!