Guest Bio
Dr Bronagh Ann McShane is Research Fellow in History on the VOICES project at Trinity College Dublin. Her research combines historical methods and AI technology to uncover the experiences of women living in sixteenth and seventeenth century Ireland. She has published extensively on women, gender and religion. Her book, Irish Women in Religious Orders, 1530-1700: Suppression, Migration and Reintegration (Woodbridge, 2022), was joint winner of the National University of Ireland’s 2023 Publication Prize in Irish History. For more: https://voicesproject.ie/team-member/dr-bronagh-ann-mcshane/
Bluesky: @bamcshane.bsky.social
Dr McShane’s Takeaways
Voices of Women in Early Modern Ireland
Episode Summary
Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors, hosted by Natalie Grueninger. In this episode, we explore the profound journeys of Irish women religious during the turmoil of the 16th and 17th centuries with Dr. Bronagh McShane, a distinguished historian and research fellow at Trinity College, Dublin.
Dr. McShane sheds light on the lives of Irish nuns who navigated suppression, exile, and reintegration during times of intense religious and political upheaval. Discover how these remarkable women preserved their religious identities, built transnational networks, and contributed significantly to the Catholic Reformation in Europe.
We delve into the challenges and resilience of these women as they faced societal pressures, navigated clandestine communities, and fostered education within their ranks. Join us as we uncover the indelible mark that Irish nuns left on history and their enduring legacy in shaping faith and community amidst adversity.
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