Novelist Philippa Gregory reflects on 900 years of women’s history, from the huge upheavals of the Norman invasion to successfully securing the right to vote in the 20th century

By Rhiannon Davies

Published: Monday, 06 November 2023 at 07:17 AM


How have women’s lives changed since the 11th century, when William the Conqueror invaded England? Novelist Philippa Gregory has set out to explore this tumultuous history, explaining how global conflicts, the job market, deadly diseases and more have transformed the lives of women. Rhiannon Davies spoke to her to find out more.

 

Philippa Gregory is the author of Normal Women: 900 Years of Making History (HarperCollins, 2023)