Getting To Know The Real Mulan: Preserving Her Story The Way It Was Meant To Be Told

While sing-a-longs and talking dragons are fun, the Disney version of Mulan gets a lot of things wrong. Join The Fem Word as we explore the original story of a young woman who goes to war - and the values, culture, and unique way of life her character was meant to represent.

Insight & Interest, Women Through HistoryEmily MontagueApril 26, 2022women warriors, history, history and women, female leaders, stories, mythology, culture, world culture, arts & entertainment, movies, China, asianComment

Maidens, Mavens, & Magic Series: The Trung Sisters of Vietnam

The Trung sisters are central to Vietnam’s long history. Their legendary exploits and rise to power are a source of intense pride for the Vietnamese people, and today they are celebrated through art, theater, and even temples. Learn about these warrior Queens and the values they represented in the first article of our Maidens, Mavens, & Magic series. Keep an eye out for more stories of superhero women from around the world!

Women Through History, Insight & InterestEmily MontagueFebruary 7, 2022women in art, mythology, history, feminism, south asian, Vietnam, women warriors, superheroes, female heroes, legends, Vietnamese women, Asian history Comment