Great Englishwomen: An Historical Reading Book for Schools

"Great Englishwomen: An Historical Reading Book for Schools" by M. B. Synge is a compilation of biographies designed for students, highlighting the lives and impacts of notable English women throughout history. The book paints portraits of women like Queen Bertha, Maude the Good, and Eleanor of Aquitaine, emphasizing their influence within their specific time periods. Starting with Queen Bertha, the narrative explores her dedication to Christianity and her role in introducing it to England through her marriage to King Ethelbert, ultimately leading to his baptism. The book captures the quiet yet important ways these women shaped English society. Through historical narratives, the book underscores the significant, at times overlooked, contributions these women made to the very fabric of English history.