Historical Dictionary of British Women

From Boudicca to Barbara Castle, A Historical Dictionary of British Women is an absorbing record of female achievement spanning some 2,000 years of British history. Around 1,100 detailed biographies of eminent British women from all walks of life are featured. From women who were notable in their area of occupation, or who expanded women's involvement in public affairs, to those women who played a part in shaping history. The book also includes women who influenced events in a more indirect way, such as the wives of kings and politicians, mistresses, ladies in waiting, philanthropists and society hostesses. Originally published as The Europa Biographical Dictionary of British Women, this book has been thoroughly revised and updated to include key women who have died in the last 20 years, such as Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, Christina Foyle, Jacqueline du Pre, Iris Murdoch and Sue Ryder.