Norma Clarke

Norma Clarke, Emeritus Professor of English Literature, dives into the adventurous life of 18th-century figure Mary Robinson, highlighting her radical literary contributions. Devoney Looser explores a soccer player's passion for Virginia Woolf, connecting sport and literature. Discussions reveal how Robinson's influence is reflected in Jane Austen’s works, while also emphasizing the importance of Chawton House in preserving women's literary history. The podcast blends the whimsical with the academic, celebrating the rich legacies of female writers.