Legenda: The Real Women Behind the Myths that Shaped Europe
Friday 21 November NB: Rescheduled Date
Castle Hill Baptist Church
7.30pm
Join bestselling historian Janina Ramirez as she talks about her latest book, Legenda, which sheds new light on the lives of some remarkable medieval women, whose achievements have been twisted – often by men – for their own political ends over the centuries.
From Lady Godiva to Isabella of Castile, Olga of Kiev to Joan of Arc, Janina peels back the layers of time to show how, even today, these iconic women have been weaponised to justify the actions of those in power: Janina now reveals their true stories.
Tickets £30.00 single/£45.00 joint
Each single ticket includes a copy of Janina’s book Legenda.
A joint ticket (two persons) includes one copy of the book.
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