Documentary

Divine Women

Bettany Hughes sets out on an epic journey across continents and back in time to trace the hidden and often controversial history of women in religion

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Divine Women

First Air Date

April 11, 2012

Last Air Date

April 25, 2012

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

English

Production Companies

BBC

Networks

BBC Two

War of the Words
S01E03

War of the Words

Bettany Hughes discovers how the period known as the Dark Ages was in fact a golden age for a few remarkable women. She finds that education and the written word became vital tools for these women.

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