Summary:
The book explores the lives and reigns of six powerful female pharaohs of ancient Egypt, delving into their strategies for gaining and maintaining power in a patriarchal society. It examines the cultural, political, and societal contexts that allowed these women to rule and the legacies they left behind.
Key points:
1. Female Leadership: Cooney's book explores how six queens overcame the challenges of ruling in a male-dominated ancient Egypt, using various strategies to assert their power.
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