Throughout the annals of history, women have played an important part; and among the famous sovereigns of the world, queens and empresses have made their names illustrious by heroic deeds and great endeavors. The queens selected for this book span many centuries and some may be unfamiliar, but you will find that those included are a representation of the most memorable women in the world’s history. (Note: Published in 1887) Contents: Semiramis, Queen of Assyria Dido, Queen of Carthage Zenobia, Queen of Palmyra Matilda of Flanders Margaret of Anjou Catharine of Aragon Queen Elizabeth, and Mary, Queen of Scots Queen Catherine De’ Medici Queen Anne Maria Theresa, Empress of Austria Queen Marie Antoinette The Empress Josephine The Empress Eugenie Queen Victoria