Twenty Stories. One City. The City of Stories.
Harriet Martineau (1802 – 1876)
Known as England’s first female journalist and first female sociologist, as well as being a notable political, slavery abolitionist and feminist writer, Harriet wrote over 1,600 articles and many books. The majority of her work followed a two year visit to the USA where she advocated for women’s rights, including the right to be self supporting and able to express views- read more about Harriet’s story here.
Did you know that Harriet Martineau achieved all she did in spite of her deafness?
Step Into The Story
- Hear all about Harriet Martineau on a Her Story Walk with Norwich Story Walks (£10, public tour, can be booked privately).
- Visit Harriet Martineau’s house in Gurney Court, Magdalen Street, marked by a blue plaque (FREE).
- You can also spot her name on the floor plaque in the centre of St Gregory’s Green, dedicated to important figures in Norwich’s history.
- Listen to the first Harriet Martineau lecture in 2013 by author Ali Smith. The annual City of Literature Weekend at Norfolk & Norwich Festival (May) hosts The Harriet Martineau Lecture.
Marking twenty years of championing the city, VisitNorwich presents an ambitious year-long cultural celebration: Twenty Stories. One City. The City of Stories. Written by local guest authors our stories range from medieval rebels and mystics to pioneering reformers, artists, entrepreneurs and unsung heroes, these are the people who shaped Norwich – and whose legacy can still be discovered across the city today. Read the stories so far.
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