Mary Bird (Mary Beard) — British historian, professor of classical philology at the University of Cambridge, a specialist in ancient history and culture. Known for her scholarly works, popular books and television documentaries, she has become one of the most influential researchers of ancient Rome. Bird skillfully combines academic depth with accessible storytelling, debunking myths about antiquity and drawing parallels with modernity. Her book “Women and Power: A Manifesto” became a landmark work in understanding gender inequality in history.
