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Widow City with Anna Wainwright
Jul 9, 2026 ·
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Widow City with Anna Wainwright
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Although death is just a natural and expected part of life – especially in the Middle Ages – it’s also an event that forever alters the lives of those left...
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Although death is just a natural and expected part of life – especially in the Middle Ages – it’s also an event that forever alters the lives of those left behind. For medieval women, widowhood changed everything. This week, Danièle speaks with Anna Wainwright about what it was like to be an Italian widow in the fifteenth century, how widowhood and politics went together, and the rise of widows as popular writers.
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This podcast is made possible by the generous support of listeners like you! To find out how to help spread the joy of medieval history, please visit patreon.com/themedievalpodcast
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| Organization | The Medieval Podcast |
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