Catherine Hughes — The Women Behind the Norman Conquest | Down Under Interviews

Catherine Hughes joins Paul Rushworth-Brown on Down Under Interviews to explore the historical world surrounding the Norman Conquest and the women whose lives unfolded in the shadow of power, intrigue, and political strategy.Drawing on the research behind her novel Therein Lies the Pearl, Catherine discusses the complex roles women played in courtly life, religious institutions, and royal politics during one of the most transformative periods in English history. From espionage and loyalty to survival in a dangerous political landscape, this conversation reveals how historical fiction can illuminate the human stories behind great historical events.Listen, watch, and explore more:YouTube Interviewhttps://www.youtube.com/@DownUnderInterviewsAuthor interviews and articleshttps://www.paulrushworthbrown.com