Some Famous Women by Louise Creighton offers a fascinating look at the lives and accomplishments of influential women throughout history. Creighton's writing is engaging and informative, providing detailed accounts of the struggles and triumphs of these remarkable individuals. The book covers a wide range of women from different cultures and time periods, showcasing their contributions to various fields such as politics, science, and the arts. Overall, Some Famous Women is a thought-provoking and inspiring read that sheds light on the often overlooked achievements of women throughout history.

Book Description:
Louise Creighton was a British author and women's rights activist. The wife of the Anglican bishop of London, she was the mother of seven children. In this short book, Creighton gives us chapters on such well-known women as Joan of Arc, Florence Nightingale, and Queen Victoria. But we also learn about St. Hilda, the 7th century royal princess who became an influential abbess, the prison reformer, Elizabeth Fry, and Isabella Bird, who thrilled Victorian readers with accounts of her lone travels on horseback to remote and perilous places. - Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.