Ramie Targoff

In this conversation, scholar Ramie Targoff, an expert in women's literary contributions from Shakespeare's era, reveals how women like Aemilia Lanyer defied societal limitations to carve out their own literary identities. They discuss Virginia Woolf's insights on challenges faced by female writers and highlight influential figures like Mary Sidney and Elizabeth Carey, who navigated a male-dominated world. Targoff also shares the importance of unearthing these voices and the enduring impact they have on literature today.

Ramie Targoff, author of 'Shakespeare's Sisters', discusses forgotten women writers of the Renaissance including Mary Sidney and Elizabeth Cary, exploring their literary contributions and the impact they could have had on the canon. The podcast delves into the struggles and achievements of these pioneering women, highlighting their resilience in a male-dominated society.