She Speaks

A powerful celebration of brilliant speeches by women throughout the ages, from Boudica to Greta Thunberg.'A treasure trove of trailblazers...' Cathy NewmanLooking at lists of the greatest speeches of all time, you might think that powerful oratory is the preserve of men. But the truth is very different - countless brave and bold women have used their voices to inspire change, transform lives and radically alter history.In this timely and personal selection of exceptional speeches, Yvette Cooper MP tells the rousing story of female oratory. From Boudica to Greta Thunberg and Margaret Thatcher to Malala, Yvette introduces each speech and demonstrates how powerful and persuasive oratory can be decidedly female. Written by one of our leading public voices, this is an inspirational call for women to be heard across the globe.

About the author

Yvette Cooper

Summary

A powerful celebration of brilliant speeches by women throughout the ages, from Emmeline Pankhurst to Greta Thunberg.

Foreword

A powerful celebration of brilliant speeches by women throughout the ages, from Emmeline Pankhurst to Greta Thunberg.

Product details

• Authors: Yvette Cooper
• Publisher: Atlantic Books
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 03.09.2020
• EAN: 9781786499943
• ISBN: 978-1-78649-994-3
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); SOCIAL SCIENCE / Gender Studies, HISTORY / World, HISTORY / Women, LITERARY COLLECTIONS / Speeches, Feminism & feminist theory, Gender studies, gender groups, Anthologies: general, Feminism and feminist theory, Social discrimination and equal treatment, Gender studies: women and girls, Human rights, civil rights, Social discrimination and social justice