Tag: Women's History
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SALVE! SPOTLIGHT
The reputation of Claudia Julia Livia is one of high contention. Georgie Nisbit recounts the various framings of her life in the style of a newspaper exposé.
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What does it mean to be a woman? Female Ideology, Editorial Strategy and Historical Erasure: Re-examining the Role of the Literary Wife in Nineteenth-Century Russia.
Lavinia Bird examines the significant yet often undervalued contributions of Russian literary wives, specifically Anna Dostoevskaya and Sophia Tolstaya. Her piece highlights their roles in their husbands’ successes and the complex female ideology of literary wifedom.
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Gluck – A Forgotten Queer Artist of the 1920s
Fleur O’Reilly explores the life and works of British queer artist Gluck, who defied gender expectations in both her personal life, but also in her original and distinct artworks.
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The Six Triple Eight (2024): A Review
Depicting major historical events in film is a difficult feat and often sparks controversy. Olivia Norbury reviews the recent release of war film The Six Triple Eight (2024), which follows the inspiring story of the only US. Women’s Army Corps unit of colour in World War II.
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Women’s Leisure in Nineteenth-Century Britain
Lauren Hood explores the leisure activities of women in nineteenth-century Britain expanded, and how these were influenced by class, gender expectations, and social responsibilities.
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Women and fertility in Early Cycladic Sculpture – Goddess or not?
Ancient Greek religion emphasised fertility and motherhood, with goddesses such as Artemis and Demeter playing pivotal roles. As Anna Smellie investigates, related cycladic statues and their exact function remain debated.
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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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The Art of Arpilleras under Augusto Pinochet’s Authoritarian Rule
Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorship in Chile (1973-1990) was marked by violence and repression. Louisa Steijger discusses female responses through arpilleras, vibrant tapestries documenting daily life and resistance.
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