Mrs Beeton was hailed as a domestic goddess of the 19th century who turned household management into a military operation. But some people have since questioned whether she was all she appeared to be – and who was the man behind the ‘Superwoman’?
Margaret is a part-time adult education lecturer, having taught in further, higher and adult education for many years. She also gives talks to various different organisations, her degree subjects and specialisms being History and English Literature, (mainly from the 18th and 19th centuries). Margaret also broadcasts a book review slot and a local history slot on community radio, and has contributed to newsletters, magazines and journals of both the Bronte Society and the Jane Austen Centre.
She is always happy to answer questions after the talk, which aims to be informative, entertaining and with a touch of humour.