Episode 308 - Rethinking Race in Medieval Europe with Georgie Anderson
Talking Tudors · Aug 10, 2025 · 44:55
Talking Tudors · Aug 10, 2025 · 44:55
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Join host Natalie Grueninger in this fascinating episode of Talking Tudors as she welcomes special guest Georgie Anderson, a PhD researcher at the University of Kent. Georgie delves into her intriguing study on race in medieval Europe, focusing on the portrayal of people of colour in chivalric romances from North Atlantic Europe.
Discover how Georgie's research challenges modern conceptions of race by exploring narratives involving the Black Knight and other figures, revealing a complex tapestry of social interactions and identities from five centuries ago. The discussion includes insights into manuscript analysis, the role of popular culture in the Middle Ages, and the portrayal of race and nobility within Arthurian literature.
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Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com
