Eleanor Hubbard Livres

A deeply researched, analytically rich, and vivid account of England's early maritime empire

Focusing on the lives of ordinary women in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century London, this study utilizes court testimonies to present their stories in their own words. It highlights the challenges these mostly illiterate women faced and their relentless efforts for survival and social advancement, offering a unique perspective on their experiences during this historical period.