The Rest Is HistorySep 16, 2021

97. Top Ten Mistresses

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Guest: Ali Ansari

Notable books mentioned: biography of Nelson by John Sugden, Socrates in Love by Armand Dangler

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John Sugden

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Armand Dangler

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In 97. Top Ten Mistresses, Ali Ansari and the hosts mention biography of Nelson by John Sugden and Socrates in Love by Armand Dangler with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Tom Holland is joined by Ali Ansari to discuss the most influential mistresses in history. The definition of success is to impact history, despite often humble beginnings. Recorded live at the London Podcast Festival. A Goalhanger Films & Left Peg Media production Produced by Vasco Andrade Exec Producer Tony Pastor *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook

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The conversation centers on Aspasia's influence on philosophy.
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Referenced books include biography of Nelson by John Sugden and Socrates in Love by Armand Dangler.
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Aspasia's influence on philosophy(1)biography of Nelson(1)

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biography of Nelson

John Sugden

Best for Listeners interested in historical biographies and women's roles in history.Often cited around biography of Nelson

“The speaker mentions reading a biography of Nelson in preparation for discussing a woman who had a significant relationship with him.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: biography of Nelson

For: Listeners interested in historical biographies and women's roles in history.

Key quote: “I was busy reading a book kind of swatting up ready for this and the book was a biography of Nelson.”

The host mentions the book 'biography of Nelson' while discussing the life of Emma Hamilton, who had a significant relationship with Admiral Nelson. This reference serves to provide context for Hamilton's rise in society and her connection to a prominent historical figure.

ASIN: 080507757X

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Socrates in Love

Armand Dangler

Best for Students and enthusiasts of philosophy and ancient historyOften cited around Aspasia's influence on philosophy

“Armand Dangler argues that Aspasia had a relationship with Socrates and contributed to the Western philosophical tradition.”

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Trigger: Aspasia's influence on philosophy

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Key quote: “Armand has argued that the symposium, Pericles' great kind of, kind of dialogue in which Socrates gives his great theory of love.”

The host discusses the significant yet often overlooked role of Aspasia in Athenian political and philosophical life, referencing the book 'Socrates in Love' by Armand Dangler. The book argues that Aspasia's relationship with Socrates may have influenced the foundations of Western philosophy, challenging traditional narratives.

ASIN: 1408883821

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