Female Gladiators
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Female Gladiators
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Author : Sarah K. Fields
language : en
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Release Date : 2010-10-01
Female Gladiators written by Sarah K. Fields and has been published by University of Illinois Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-01 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Female Gladiators is the first book to examine legal and social battles over the right of women to participate with men in contact sports. The impetus to begin legal proceedings was the 1972 enactment of Title IX, which prohibited discrimination in educational settings, but it was the Equal Protection Clause of the U.S. Constitution and the equal rights amendments of state constitutions that ultimately opened doors. Despite court rulings, however, many in American society resisted—and continue to resist—allowing girls in dugouts and other spaces traditionally defined as male territories. Inspired, women and girls began to demand access to the contact sports which society had previously deemed too strenuous or violent for them to play. When the leagues continued to bar girls simply because they were not boys, the girls went to court. Sarah K. Fields's Female Gladiators is the only book to examine the legal and social battles over gender and contact sport that continue to rage today.
Gladiatrix
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Author : Russell Whitfield
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Release Date : 2009-04-14
Gladiatrix written by Russell Whitfield and has been published by Macmillan + ORM this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-14 with Fiction categories.
The Ancient Roman public's hunger for gladiatorial combat has never been greater. The Emperor Domitian's passion for novelty and variety in the arena has given rise to a very different kind of warrior: the Gladiatrix. Sole survivor of a shipwreck off the coast of Asia Minor, Lysandra finds herself the property of Lucius Balbus, owner of the foremost Ludus for female gladiators in the Eastern Empire. Lysandra, a member of an ancient Spartan sect of warrior priestesses, refuses to accept her new status as a slave. Forced to fight for survival, her deadly combat skills win the adoration of the crowds, the respect of Balbus. But Lysandra's Spartan pride also earns her powerful enemies: Sorina, Gladiatrix Prima and leader of the Barbarian faction, and the sadistic Numidian trainer, Nastasen. When plans are laid for the ultimate combat spectacle to honor the visit of the emperor's powerful new emissary, Lysandra must face her greatest and deadliest trial. This is a thrilling first novel that combines fascinating historical detail with blistering action.
Gladiatrix
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Author : Marin Bako
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016-10-20
Gladiatrix written by Marin Bako and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-20 with categories.
Little is known about the female gladiators who battled in the bloody arenas of ancient Rome. Amazonia is a gladiatrix who is forced to fight for her life in the Roman Colosseum. However, when she befriends a gypsy slave, Amazonia is torn between self-preservation and the desire to save the young woman from the cruelties of the arena.
Gladiatrix
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Author : Amy Zoll
language : en
Publisher: Berkley
Release Date : 2002-09-03
Gladiatrix written by Amy Zoll and has been published by Berkley this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-09-03 with History categories.
THE TRUTH BEHIND THE SPECTACLE… THE STORY THAT STUNNED THE WORLD. These may be the only remains of a gladiator ever found. The evidence that they were female not only made history but changed it, giving a new understanding of the role of women in Roman society. Was it really possible for a woman to have embraced masculine virtues and acquired masculine skills—and to have been encouraged to revel in the blood-and-death spectacle of gladiatorial combat? Gladiatrix enters this startling new world for the first time. It also unearths the inspirations for these warrior women of Rome—the legend of the Amazons and the true story of Boudica, the Warrior Queen who almost brought the Roman Empire to its knees. And it recreates the startling life of a female outcast who lived and died like no other, to became history’s most remarkable sister-in-arms.
From Sand To Secrets
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Author : StoryBuddiesPlay
language : en
Publisher: StoryBuddiesPlay
Release Date : 2024-06-06
From Sand To Secrets written by StoryBuddiesPlay and has been published by StoryBuddiesPlay this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-06-06 with Fiction categories.
In the heart of ancient Rome, where gladiatorial combat thrives as a brutal spectacle, Serena, a skilled warrior forced to fight under a hidden identity, finds herself embroiled in a desperate struggle for freedom. Branded as "Marcus," she navigates the treacherous world of the ludus, a gladiatorial training ground, where survival hinges on strength, cunning, and the ability to keep her true past a secret. When a "mercy kill" during a fight sends shockwaves through the Colosseum, Serena's carefully crafted persona is threatened. Whispers and rumors cast suspicion, forcing her to confront not only her ruthless sponsor, Senator Aelius, but also the enigmatic Caius, a fellow gladiator who harbors secrets of his own. As whispers morph into accusations, Serena finds an unlikely ally in Caius. Together, they uncover a hidden tournament known as the Games of Fortuna, a competition for gladiators shrouded in secrecy and rumored to be even more deadly than the brutal displays in the Colosseum. With the promise of a hefty purse that could buy her freedom, Serena throws herself into rigorous training, honing her unique fighting style that blends agility with surprising strength. But the Games of Fortuna are no ordinary contest. The path to victory leads beyond the familiar sands of the arena, to a private estate shrouded in shadows. Here, gladiators face a series of challenges, both physical and mental, that test their endurance, wit, and combat prowess. Labyrinths, wild beasts, and other gladiators all stand in Serena's way, each encounter a perilous step towards the ultimate prize – freedom. "Gladiator's Mercy: Unveiling Secrets in the Arena" is a gripping historical fiction novel that plunges readers into the brutal world of gladiatorial combat. It's a story of resilience, deception, and the unwavering pursuit of freedom. As Serena fights for her life and unravels the secrets that bind her, she uncovers a conspiracy that could shatter the very foundations of Rome.
Atilus The Gladiator
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Author : E. C. Tubb
language : en
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
Release Date : 2013-08-05
Atilus The Gladiator written by E. C. Tubb and has been published by Wildside Press LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-08-05 with Fiction categories.
From the cold, misty shores of Britain, which the Emperor Claudius had invaded, Atilus Cindras was taken as a boy slave to work and fight for the greater glory of the Roman Empire. Eventually, he was sent to a gladiator school, and there trained to fight--and perhaps die--in the arena. But Atilus survives the years of decadent slaughter, and gradually gains power and riches as he navigates through the steamy politics of ancient Rome under the Emperor Nero. But Nero is a spoiled, selfish ruler who is forever seeking the favor of the Roman masses. And when he decides to appease the people's lust for something new and original in the ring, he picks Atilus to train the first troupe of female gladiators. Little does Atilus know, however, that he's being played, both by the Emperor and by his cronies--just a little joke: a second troupe of female fighters to be pitted against the twenty women that Atilus is managing. And if Atilus loses, he'll be made a slave once more! The second novel in the Atilus Saga features more rousing action and political intrigue by a master storyteller!
The Gladiators
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Author : Arthur Koestler
language : en
Publisher: In the Hands of a Child
Release Date : 1939
The Gladiators written by Arthur Koestler and has been published by In the Hands of a Child this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1939 with Rome categories.
Amazons Vs Gladiators
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Author : Virginia Loh-Hagan
language : en
Publisher: Cherry Lake
Release Date : 2019-08-01
Amazons Vs Gladiators written by Virginia Loh-Hagan and has been published by Cherry Lake this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest warriors from two different time periods and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, Amazons or gladiators? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers. Book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.
Blood In The Arena
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Author : Louise Park
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2013-01-15
Blood In The Arena written by Louise Park and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
The slaying of exotic animals and fellow gladiators entertained crowds for centuries. In this volume, readers explore the different types of gladiators, the weapons used to protect them, and arenas they fought in. Any young reader will become engrossed in this action-packed look into the history of gladiators.
Gladiators
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Author : Susan Nichols
language : en
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Release Date : 2017-01-01
Gladiators written by Susan Nichols and has been published by Encyclopaedia Britannica this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-01 with Gladiators categories.