Wise, far-sighted, and above all, full of courage: women in art and culture, science, and politics. Since the dawn of humanity, they have contributed to the development of mankind and fought for their place in the world. Humorously and sharply, Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach wrote: "A clever woman has millions of born enemies: all stupid men," succinctly capturing the dilemma of women in one sentence. This bibliophile gift book offers a treasure trove of quotes from Jane Austen to Paula Modersohn-Becker to Virginia Woolf. The volume is designed by the award-winning artist Mehrdad Zaeri, whose artistic images create dynamic relationships with the texts. A gem to discover, marvel at, and chuckle over.