Welcome to Season 2 of History for Nonmajors! This week Laura tells us the story of female naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian, who used her talent for art and love of science to teach the world about South American wildlife. For our media mention, we return to The Last Duel and discuss awkward movie moments.

Sources

Britannica

Peacock, Martha Moffitt. "Maria Sibylla Merian & Daughters: Women of Art and Science." Woman's Art Journal 31, no. 2 (2010): 65+. Gale Academic OneFile (accessed February 9, 2022). https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A271322256/AONE?u=anderson_cl&sid=bookmark-AONE&xid=60218cea.