Historic Girls

Elbridge Streeter Brooks

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(2.9 stars; 9 reviews)

Historic Girls presents a collection of twelve captivating short stories that celebrate the lives of remarkable young women who have made significant impacts on history. Each tale highlights the courage, determination, and unique contributions of these girls, offering listeners a glimpse into their extraordinary journeys.

Written by Elbridge Streeter Brooks and published in 1887, this anthology intertwines adventure with historical context, making it an engaging exploration of the past. From daring acts of bravery to inspiring moments of resilience, these stories not only entertain but also educate about the pivotal roles girls have played throughout history.

Perfect for young listeners and history enthusiasts alike, Historic Girls invites you to discover the untold stories of girls who shaped their worlds, reminding us that history is often written by those who dare to dream and act.

Chapters

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00 - Preface	2:42	Read by Carmen H
01 - ZENOBIA OF PALMYRA: THE GIRL OF THE SYRIAN DESERT	26:43	Read by Kristin G.
02 - HELENA OF BRITAIN: THE GIRL OF THE ESSEX FELLS, part 1	16:10	Read by Petra
03 - HELENA OF BRITAIN: THE GIRL OF THE ESSEX FELLS, part 2	15:01	Read by Petra
04 - PULCHERIA OF CONSTANTINOPLE: THE GIRL OF THE GOLDEN HORN	20:53	Read by T.K. Kirven
05 - CLOTILDA OF BURGUNDY: THE GIRL OF THE FRENCH VINEYARDS	22:41	Read by T.K. Kirven
06 - WOO OF HWANG-HO: THE GIRL OF THE YELLOW RIVER	25:03	Read by T.K. Kirven
07 - EDITH OF SCOTLAND: THE GIRL OF THE NORTHERN ABBEY	20:44	Read by Kristin G.
08 - JACQUELINE OF HOLLAND: THE GIRL OF THE LAND OF FOGS	23:23	Read by Diana Dolan
09 - CATARINA OF VENICE: THE GIRL OF THE GRAND CANAL	20:59	Read by Kirsten Nelson
10 - THERESA OF AVILA: THE GIRL OF THE SPANISH SIERRAS, part 1	14:44	Read by Snapdragon
11 - THERESA OF AVILA: THE GIRL OF THE SPANISH SIERRAS, part 2	11:15	Read by Snapdragon
12 - ELIZABETH OF TUDOR: THE GIRL OF THE HERTFORD MANOR	21:38	Read by Carmen H
13 - CHRISTINA OF SWEDEN: THE GIRL OF THE NORTHERN FIORDS	19:44	Read by Kristin G.
14 - MA-TA-OKA OF POW-HA-TAN: THE GIRL OF THE VIRGINIA FORESTS	27:41	Read by Mary Schneider

Reviews

(2 stars)

A LibriVox Listener

I wanted to love this. I think the stories would be wonderful, but the reader has an accent that makes it difficult to enjoy.

Didn't finish

(3 stars)

Janelle

I've given three stars for the stories I actually listened to. However I didn't listen to the majority of the stories as I wasn't a fan of the narrators. If you don't mind the narration, I think this book would be enjoyable for both adults and kids.