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Tag: 19th century
A ‘lost’ poem from one of the contributors to the Salt Island Diaries
A shadow society, ignored or denied. Mutual support networks among the disempowered. Role models and fans. Petting and kisses. Half of women.
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Shunned by Victorian society at every turn, these women build a society of their own.
Intense and passionate friendships among women in the 19th century were considered normal and healthy. This was, of course, before the spectre of homosexuality ruined everything.
A fictional account of life at Vassar College at the turn of the 20th century
A fictional account of life at Vassar College at the turn of the 20th century
This 1898 article is meant to make smashing sound unattractive.