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Margaret L. King
Professor of History Emerita at Brooklyn College and the Graduate Center at the City University of New York, specializing in Renaissance history. Author and translator of works on Renaissance humanism and women's history.
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Dec 19, 2024
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In Defense of Women with Margaret L. King
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Margaret L. King, a distinguished Professor of History Emerita, sheds light on the Renaissance's defense of women, particularly through Pompeo Colonna’s compelling treaty. They explore how historical arguments about women's roles have evolved, contrasting past views with today’s informed by science. King highlights the contributions of women writers and the limitations they faced, alongside discussions on the cultural interplay of intellect and warfare during the Renaissance. The conversation also touches on the historical impact of these texts, echoing ongoing struggles for women's recognition.
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