Heroines: Powerful Indian Women of Myth and History by Ira Mukhoty [Hardcover]

This book explores the complex and varied nature of heroism in women, contrasting it with the more conventional view of male heroism based on physical strength and bravery. The women highlighted—Draupadi, Radha, Ambapali, Raziya Sultan, Meerabai, Jahanara, Laxmibai, and Hazrat Mahal—are united by their unwavering belief in a cause, often leading them to challenge and confront a patriarchal society. These women, spanning both mythological and historical realms, defied societal norms and fought for their beliefs, defying gender expectations and leaving lasting legacies.