M.J. Rose

Pope Joan. Is she a legend from the Middle Ages or a true historical anomaly? Did she really disguise herself as a man, working her way up the ladder of the clergy until Popedom – only to be discovered as female when she gave birth on horseback? Was she then murdered by an angry mob?

Imagine if we had a female Pope today. How would she be received in our age? With respect or disdain?

Learn more about the enigmatic tale (or reality?) of Pope(ess) Joan, here.