Dr Victoria Bateman | Economica and Dr Elizabeth Norton | Women Who Ruled the World

Join historian, feminist economist, and acclaimed author Dr Victoria Bateman for a thought-provoking conversation about her groundbreaking work Economica (a Financial Times Best Book of the Year 2025). In her book, Victoria challenges conventional economic narratives and restores women to their rightful place at the centre of global economic history, revealing the vital roles women have played in shaping trade, markets, and financial systems throughout the centuries.

Victoria will be in conversation with historian and bestselling author Dr Elizabeth Norton (Women Who Ruled the World), Victoria and Elizabeth will explore how history has overlooked women’s economic contributions, why it matters today, and how rethinking the past can reshape our understanding of the present. Expect sharp insights, engaging discussion, and a fresh perspective on the intersection of gender, history, and economics.

This event is perfect for history buffs, economists, feminists, and anyone interested in the stories of women who have influenced the world’s economy—often against the odds and unrecognised.