I Was unable to download this title unfortunately, so unable to read. My sincerest apologies. Though I plan to read sometime in future from another source

My review having now read this beautiful book. Jan 2025

In the realm of modern cartooning, few artists capture the nuances of societal issues with the wit and wisdom of Jacky Fleming. This book is where humor meets activism, Fleming dissects history’s portrayal and commentary of women through her distinct cartoon illustrations and narrative style.

This novel is a sincere and thought-provoking exploration of the invisibility women have suffered within the pages of history books and societal politics.

Fleming’s art combines whimsy with stark reality. She reveals the absolute absurdity of historical omissions, and the profound truth that underlies it all. Fleming artfully exposes the absurd gender stereotypes that have limited women's achievements throughout history. She touches on the overlooked stories of remarkable women while simultaneously poking fun at the societal norms that tried to restrain them.

Fleming instills a sense of urgency regarding the societal and historical context of women’s struggles. Fleming’s quips and one-liners have the power to disarm, allowing her to tackle serious subjects without alienating her readers or diminishing the subject.

Fleming addresses a multitude of themes concerning women’s representation, touching on areas such as suffrage, education, and ingenuity. Each cartoon vignette reflects onto intricate historical nuances that might be glossed over in traditional history books.

I also appreciated how Fleming does not shy away from self-reflection; she allows her readers to grapple with their own complicity in perpetuating societal norms.

This book is a call to arms to acknowledge, celebrate, and amplify women's presence in every facet of our history and our future. Through keen observations, Fleming enlightens readers of the various ways women have been perceived and treated throughout history, often highlighting the silliness of the biases that persist.

For example, the portrayal of women as overly emotional or irrational still serves to undermine their credibility and dismiss their contributions in various fields. Fleming echoes the frustration many women feel, as their voices are drowned out by a culture that often prioritizes male perspectives. She also underscores their strength and determination in having overcome these obstacles.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast like myself or a casual reader, this book is sure to entertain and provoke thought in equal measure.

Not sure I understood the humor in this book. Or maybe the author just wasn't all that funny. The book itself is a eye opening in the way women have been neglected.

I read a few of my friends' review and I don't think this book is to my humour., Thank you for the opportunity to read this.

Oh my goodness, I did enjoy this book - I laughed out loud, snorted and it also made me scratch my head at times too! The book was a brilliant satirical view about how women were treated and thought of before the 20th century. Its a fun quick read and I loved it! Most definitely highly recommended!!!

'The Trouble with Women' by Jacky Fleming is a hilarious and tragic look at how women aren't in history books. It's very tongue-in-cheek and I found myself laughing quite a few times at the errors men (like me) have made.

I learned from the first page that in the Olden Days, there were no women, and that's why I didn't learn about them in history. It was just men and some of them were geniuses. Apparently women who learn become less attractive, and playing sports can lead to injuries where a woman can lose her virginity. Men like Darwin and Rousseau and Schopenhauer made stupid statements about the inferiority of women, and those statements get thrown out here to hilarious effect.

That the book remains so darn funny and never becomes preachy is a high point. It's certainly frustrating and angering that the contributions of women in history have been overlooked, but this approach makes the point beautifully. The drawings are at times hilarious too, with the chart of beards, and pictures of women with tiny heads. I enjoyed this book, and completely got the point.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.