{"product_id":"woman-lived-here-alternative-blue-plaques-remembering-londons-remarkable-women","title":"Woman Lived Here: Alternative Blue Plaques, Remembering London's Remarkable Women","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Blue Plaque Guide honors 903 Londoners, but only 111 commemorate women. A Woman Lived Here shines a spotlight on forgotten women who made significant and lasting impacts on modern life, from politics and social reform to the Arts, medicine, science, technology, and sport. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 192 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 February 2019\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Little, Brown Book Group\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA remarkable gift for the feminist in your life, Caroline Criado Perez, OBE, the acclaimed author of \"Do It Like a Woman,\" delves into the captivating history of London through the Blue Plaque Guide. This guide recognizes 903 Londoners, offering a walking tour that brings to life the bygone era of the city. However, it's disheartening to note that only 111 of these blue plaques commemorate women. Throughout centuries, London has been a sanctuary for countless remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on every aspect of modern life. From politics and social reform to the Arts, medicine, science, technology, and sport, these women have shattered barriers and achieved extraordinary feats. Many of these remarkable women, despite their quiet courage, conviction, skill, and compassion, went unnoticed during their own lifetimes, quietly contributing to the betterment of society. Others fearlessly blazed trails, breaking down gender barriers and paving the way for future generations. Unfortunately, during their time, their achievements were often attributed to men, obscuring the true capabilities of women in fields beyond the home or the field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A Woman Lived Here\" is a poignant tribute to these forgotten women, seeking to rectify the imbalance. Through the stories featured on these pages, we celebrate some of the most remarkable women of London who embarked on a mission to enrich their world and, in doing so, left an everlasting imprint on our own. These women's stories remind us of the power of perseverance, determination, and the unwavering spirit of women who have shaped the course of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 x 196 x 13 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781472143563\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allison Vale","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44097865613562,"sku":"9781472143563","price":9.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/f9e65c35cda7e685001d5fcf22df275f.jpg?v=1623897373","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/woman-lived-here-alternative-blue-plaques-remembering-londons-remarkable-women","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}