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Powerful Women of the Medieval World

By: Dorsey Armstrong, The Great Courses
Narrated by: Dorsey Armstrong
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Throughout history, women have played integral roles in family, society, religion, government, war - in short, in all aspects of human civilization. Their contributions have often shaped history and shifted the axis of power for later generations of women. And yet, unearthing their stories from the historical record has often been a challenge, with the ordinary difficulties of preserving information across the generations increased by centuries of historical bias and gender expectations.

In Powerful Women of the Medieval World, Professor Dorsey Armstrong will introduce you to 10 amazing women who played vital roles in the Middle Ages, whether they wielded power from an imperial throne like Empress Theodora, led armies like Joan of Arc, or altered the course of Christian theology like Hildegard of Bingen. All of these women were from different times and places, yet they share the honor of having impacted the world in crucial ways. Their impact on history and society also shines a light on the conditions of ordinary women, those who did not have the chance to build such phenomenal legacies, but who nevertheless played vital roles in the family, the community, and the world at large.

While many of these women achieved power thanks to singular opportunities and unusual crises, they also share an indefinable quality that propelled them to seize the unpredictable chances they were given. As you examine the stories of these remarkable women, you will get a unique opportunity to unearth invaluable context and see history from a new perspective, one that can provide a richer understanding of the past and how it has shaped the world we live in today.

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I really enjoyed this podcast. two women I did not know much about so I'm happy I learned something new. would love it of there was more episodes.

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very interesting, well researched and presented. letcure like format and easy to follow and understand.

interesting read

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Interesting stories of important historical women told in a very engaging fashion. The narrator obviously enjoys and is knowledgeable about what she is discussing making it a compelling, sometimes humorous, and absolutely fascinating audiobook. I look forward to listening to more works of the author.

Another amazing listening!

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A fascinating and excellent read which was also beautifully narrated by the author. Loved every minute of it!

Well worth a read!

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Yet again, I have learnt so much from Dorsey Armstrong. This held my interest from start to finish and heard so much about some amazing female historical figures. This was wonderfully narrated by Dorsey and I finished this in 1 day!

Thoroughly enjoyable and insightful

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Another hit by Professor Armstrong. This series is light yet interesting and well-researched as usual.

A must.

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fascinating and interesting insight into women's influence in times when they are not traditionally considered to have any influence.

fascinating

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Dorsey Armstrong continues to amaze me! Absolutely loved this work and can't wait to seek out more of her lectures.

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The examples selected all clearly lived up to the description of "powerful", and I really enjoyed learning about them from this lively and fascinatng book.

Prof Armstrong came across as the sort of teacher I wish I'd had - engaging, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, passionate and very well-informed. This doesn't sound like someone reading from a scripted lecture, but like someone talking from memory with passion, walking around the auditorium and waving her arms about for emphasis!
Delightful.

How to make history engaging!

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Loved this book hope there’s more in the works I love everything Dorsey Armstrong does!!!

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