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The narrative explores the significant yet often overlooked roles of women in the history of the Lydiard estate, which has been in public ownership since 1943. It highlights the lives of influential figures like Margaret Beauchamp, who inherited the estate as a child, and Bessie Howard, who made a surprising claim at a funeral. This account reveals how these women challenged the traditional power dynamics dominated by men, showcasing their impact over a millennium. The book features beautiful color portraits and illustrations of the estate, enriching the historical context.
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The Ladies of Lydiard, Frances Bevan
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- The Ladies of Lydiard
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Frances Bevan
- Publisher
- Hobnob Press
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 174
- ISBN13
- 9781914407024
- Series
- Description
- The narrative explores the significant yet often overlooked roles of women in the history of the Lydiard estate, which has been in public ownership since 1943. It highlights the lives of influential figures like Margaret Beauchamp, who inherited the estate as a child, and Bessie Howard, who made a surprising claim at a funeral. This account reveals how these women challenged the traditional power dynamics dominated by men, showcasing their impact over a millennium. The book features beautiful color portraits and illustrations of the estate, enriching the historical context.