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Acclaimed author Philippa Gregory's bestselling women's history has been expertly adapted for young readers, offering a fresh perspective on the extraordinary lives of ordinary women throughout English history. This eye-opening work challenges the notion that women's historical significance is limited to the Victorian and Edwardian eras, revealing a rich tapestry of female achievement spanning nine centuries.
Gregory's masterful narrative introduces readers to a diverse cast of remarkable women, from farmers and pirates to inventors and rioters. These unsung heroines defied societal expectations, leaving indelible marks on history despite often being overlooked in male-authored chronicles. Their stories weave a compelling tale of ingenuity, rebellion, and sisterhood that will inspire and enlighten.
Beautifully illustrated by award-winning printmaker Alexis Snell, this teen edition has garnered high praise from notable figures. Cressida Cowell lauds its meticulous research and brilliant storytelling, while Geri Halliwell hails it as a redemptive work for forgotten female pioneers. The Female Lead's Edwina Dunn describes it as both uplifting and empowering.
The adult version of 'Normal Women' has been equally well-received, earning accolades as a New Statesman Book of the Year for 2023. Critics have praised it as a lasting work of social history, a genuinely new perspective on the nation's past, and an essential read that reframes our understanding of women's roles throughout the ages.
Book ISBN: | 9780008725075 |
Book Author: | Philippa Gregory |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Red Shed |
Book Publisher: | HarperCollins Publishers |
Book Dimensions: | 221 x 153 x 23 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2025-02-27 |
Book Pagination: | 288 pages |
Book Weight: | 342g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’