The "other" martyrs

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This collection of essays explores women's martyrdom across various cultures and historical periods, including Russia, Iraq, Iran, Canada, and Greece. Each essay examines the representation of women's sacrifice, focusing on the 'how' of martyrdom rather than just the 'what.' The authors analyze the rhetoric, narrative strategies, and structures involved, providing a rigorous exploration of the nature and function of women's sacrifice. The essays draw on a wide range of theoretical and philological frameworks, offering fresh insights into cultural crises and gender construction. Case studies include Pussy Riot and the film Everybody Dies But Me, war propaganda in early to mid-twentieth century Canada, women's oratory in early Islamicate culture, and the imagery of women and children in Iranian history, among others. While each essay stands alone with its specific focus, the collection presents a transnational and transhistorical panorama of women's sacrifice as depicted in both official and unofficial discourse. The contributors are leading experts in their fields, ensuring that the analyses are current and rigorous.