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Margaret Cavendish with Prof Margaret Oakes

Margaret Cavendish with Prof Margaret Oakes

An extraordinary life in the civil wars and restoration

The History of England · David Crowther

November 12, 202347m 3s

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Margaret Cavendish was an extraordinary figure - a refugee from her native Essex, become courtier, Duchess of Newcastle, Natural Philosopher trading blows with the Royal Society, author and public celebrity. Professor Oakes talks to me about her life and why she is so important. You can also follow an extended series of her life by becoming a shedcaster, at Become a Member – The History of England.

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