Margaret Oakes
Professor of English at Furman University, specializing in early modern British poetry. Expert on Margaret Cavendish and Cromwell.
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Dec 1, 2024 • 44min
Cromwell and the Poets
Margaret Oakes, a Professor of English at Furman University and expert on early modern British poetry, dives into the conflicted legacy of Oliver Cromwell. She discusses how poets like Andrew Marvell and John Milton navigated their complex feelings toward him through their works. The conversation uncovers the balance between admiration and criticism in their poetry, revealing how Cromwell's charisma and leadership influenced artistic expression during a turbulent time in England's history.
