The Uppity Women series brings to life the humor and heartache that helped these leaders navigate their life’s journey and inspire yours. Explore history’s feminine side through the outrageous, outspoken women – risk-takers and do-gooders, academics, and visionaries – who have influenced the world from ancient Egypt to medieval Europe to modern America. The thinkers, lovers, advocates and entrepreneurs revealed that a sharp intellect and tongue can change minds and hearts. Whether, determined to seek a new path, end injustice, or simply share your perspective, Each lead a courageous campaign – on the battlefield, on the streets, in the home. From letters, diaries, books and speeches come 170 insights and insults – on truth, love, independence, inequality, and more —by such trailblazers as Catherine the Great, Queen Elizabeth I, Louisa May Alcott, Abigail Adams, and more.