Publisher's Synopsis
A Cloud of Witnesses is a book written by Anna de Koven, originally published in 1895. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of notable women throughout history who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. The women featured in the book come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, including writers, artists, scientists, educators, and social reformers. De Koven's writing style is engaging and informative, and she provides detailed accounts of each woman's life and accomplishments. Some of the women featured in the book include Mary Wollstonecraft, Florence Nightingale, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Harriet Beecher Stowe. Throughout the book, de Koven emphasizes the importance of these women's achievements and the impact they have had on society. She also highlights the challenges these women faced in their personal and professional lives, including discrimination and societal expectations. Overall, A Cloud of Witnesses is a compelling and inspiring read that celebrates the achievements of remarkable women and their contributions to history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
