Margaret Cavendish with Prof Margaret Oakes

Published: Nov. 12, 2023, 8 a.m.

b'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 \\u2013 The History of England.


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