17th Century Sci-Fi Writer & 'It Girl': Margaret Cavendish
2023-12-15 · 42 min · episode 173 · 11 entities
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<p>Margaret Cavendish was extraordinary for <em>any</em> time, let alone the 17th century.</p>
<p>She was a trailblazer in fiction, writing and publishing what many believe to be the first science fiction book - her 1666 work 'Blazing World' imagined a planet led by an Empress.</p>
<p>The story also featured a lesbian affair between the Empress and herself, Margaret Cavendish. Truly, fantastic.</p>
<p>She played a provocative and starring role amongst London's elite, and Samuel Pepys was obsessed with meeting her.</p>
<p>How did he describe her? Why was she the talk of the town in 17th century London? Joining Kate today is Francesca Peacock, author of <em>Pure Wit: The Revolutionary Life of Margaret Cavendish. </em></p>
<p>This episode was edited by Teän Stewart-Murray, the producer was Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.</p>
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