Ascent of Woman, The

Synopsis: Biographer and historian Dr Amanda Foreman explores the history of women since the dawn of civilisation, and the pivotal role they have played in the forging of the modern world. [4 x 60 minute episodes]
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of release: 2015
Notes: Each episode is availale to buy separately at £1.89 each.
Subjects: History; Women’s studies
Keywords: Buddhism; feminism; gender issues; women; women’s rights; prehistory

Title: Civilisation
Synopsis: Travelling from the Eurasian steppes to the sites of early civilisations, Dr Amanda Foreman explores how early civilisations dealt with the roles and status of women.
Title: Separation
Synopsis: Dr Amanda Foreman continues her exploration of how early civilisations dealt with the status of women, here looking at their role in Asia under Confucianism and Buddhism.
Title: Power
Synopsis: This episode showcases the achievements of six extraordinary women who defied their eras by creating their own worlds, from which a female perspective could thrive.
Title: Revolution
Synopsis: Dr Amanda Foreman ends the series by looking at the role of women in those revolutions which have transformed the modern world, from political uprisings to reproductive rights.

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