Tag: Gender History
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The Life and Legacy of Mary Burton, 1819-1909
Mary Burton was an influential activist of the nineteenth century who advanced women’s rights in Scotland. Lauren Hood explores her life and legacy in Edinburgh today.
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Beyond Boundaries: Pioneers in Chinese Women’s Education from Past to Present
The recent focus on Zhang Guimei and her pioneering work at Huaping High School highlights the vital role of women in advancing education in China. Sarah Zhou discusses how their legacies inspire and promote ongoing efforts towards gender equality and educational opportunities.
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Rejecting Historical Conventionality under the 4B Movement and Hell Joseon: Evaluating the Rationale and Success of South Korean Youths in Performing Social Inactivity through these Frameworks
The 4B Movement and Hell Joseon reflect South Korean youths’ discontent against patriarchy, advocating for female empowerment, identity reconstruction, and societal escape from traditional norms. Harry Fry examines the success of these moments and their impact on youth experiences.
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Looksmaxxing: A History of Male Beauty
Male cosmetic usage has been present throughout history and consistently been used to question someones masculinity. Torran Irwin discusses the phenomenon of looksmaxxing has been weaponized and commercialized for by the alt-right subculture.
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Shattering Illusions: Medieval Gender, Religion, and Emotion – A Conversation with Dr. Kirsty Day
From cultural history and the history of emotions to the gender of the pope, Nadja Dixon interviews Edinburgh University’s Dr. Kirsty Day.
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A Brief Timeline of Trans Rights in the UK
Transgender rights have a long way to go in the United Kingdom, but have also come along way since activism has increased. Elena Fritzsch provides a concise history of trans rights in the U.K. to contextualize some current debates.
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A Review of Carol Karlsen’s The Devil in the Shape of a Woman
In this review, Marnie Camping-Harris discusses how men of Puritan New England targeted women by using witchcraft trials. Threats to gender expectations and societal norms would see accusations of witchcraft surface and lead to trial.
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Beyond the Beads and Feathers: Unpacking the Subversive Potential of Carnival in the Atlantic World
Beyond the colour and conviviality, Carnivals have served as a means for participants to challenge oppression through performance. Angela Davis explores the history of this tradition and the sociocultural changes it has driven.
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