Judith Hawley
Professor of 18th Century Literature at Royal Holloway, University of London, contributing expertise on the history of coffee and its cultural impact.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 55min
Fielding's Tom Jones
Judith Hawley, an expert in 18th-century literature, Henry Power, a scholar of Fielding's works, and Charlotte Roberts, a literature associate professor, explore the timeless classic 'Tom Jones' by Henry Fielding. They discuss Fielding's life parallels with Tom's journey, nuanced themes of morality, sexuality, and human nature. The guests delve into the humor and storytelling that define this novel while dissecting character complexities, especially Allworthy's duality, and emphasizing its relevance to modern society's challenges.
Dec 12, 2019 • 55min
Coffee
Judith Hawley, an expert in 18th Century Literature, Markman Ellis, a Scholar in 18th Century Studies, and Jonathan Morris, a Modern Historian, delve into coffee's intriguing history. They discuss its Ethiopian roots, the rise of coffee houses in Europe, and their role in social change. The conversation highlights the dark aspects of coffee's colonial past and the impact of trading powers like the Dutch and French. They also explore Brazil's emergence as a coffee powerhouse and how societal perceptions of coffee have evolved, intertwining addiction and culture.
