

In Her Own Words: Ancient Women Authors
Jan 11, 2023
Join historian Kate Cooper, a specialist in late antiquity and women's history, as she uncovers the voices of ancient women authors. Discover the emotional depth of Sappho’s poetry and the literary feats of Faltonia Betitia Proba, who adapted classic texts for her Christian audience. Egeria's pilgrimage writings reveal unique perspectives from the Holy Lands, while the narratives of Perpetua challenge gender norms in early Christian literature. This engaging discussion highlights the powerful yet often overlooked contributions of women in ancient narratives.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Literacy and Women's Voices in Ancient Mediterranean
02:27 • 13min
Egeria's Pilgrimage: A Voice from the Fourth Century
15:47 • 6min
Women's Voices in Early Christian Texts
22:12 • 14min
Feminine Voices in Ancient Texts
36:14 • 15min
Exploring Forgotten Narratives of Women in Ancient History
51:10 • 6min
Unearthing Ancient Women Writers
56:47 • 3min