Generosa et religiosa virago (A generous and devout heroic woman) - Westminster Chronicler How high does the arrogance of woman rise if it is not restrained? - Henry III Amesbury, 21st November 2025 I tried to do the right thing and contact the Amesbury Abbey Nursing Home beforehand to see if I could make an... Continue Reading →
Matilda of Boulogne (1103-1152)
Astuti pectoris virilisque constantiae femina (Having the virile, courageous breast of a man, but the constancy or fortitude of a woman) Travelogue Faversham, August 23rd 2025 Despite having one of the best 'stories' to tell, Matilda's gather has been a bit limp. I knew it would be, I knew all I could do was walk... Continue Reading →
Empress Matilda (1102-1167)
Rouen Cathedral, Rouen... I haven’t found her yet, but I needed to stop and take stock because I am totally overwhelmed. I’m in the cathedral and I caught the last half hour of the mass and even though I didn’t understand any of it, I still felt the weight of the ritual, it was reassuring... Continue Reading →