Gender & Sexuality Studies
Explore the rich tapestry of human experience with Gender & Sexuality Studies, a collection that brings forward narratives from different cultures and eras. This category offers a window into the diverse expressions and understandings of gender and sexuality, highlighting significant works that challenge conventional norms. From literary classics to critical essays, these texts serve as a vital resource for those seeking insight into how gender and sexual roles have shaped societies. Perfect for readers interested in historical and cultural perspectives, this collection illuminates the evolving discourse on identity.
Delia Blanchflower
A spirited young woman fights for independence and challenges societal norms while a curious guardian observes her journey amidst a transforming world.
By Humphry Ward
Woman
Experience the turbulent quest of a woman determined to defy expectations and discover her authentic self in a world determined to confine her.
By Magdeleine Marx
Carmilla
A young woman named Laura becomes enthralled by a mysterious and beautiful female vampire named Carmilla, leading to a dark and tragic exploration of love, death, and the supernatural.
By Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
How Women May Earn a Living
Discover a historical roadmap empowering women to defy societal expectations and forge their own paths to financial freedom through education, skill, and unwavering determination.
By Mercy Grogan
Seductio Ad Absurdum The Principles & Practices of Seduction, A Beginner's Handbook
Uncover the secrets for mastering the art of attraction, as this guide exposes the hidden rules of engagement, transforming seduction from chance into a calculated game.
By Emily Hahn
The Task of Social Hygiene
Visions of societal wellness collide with social reform, forging a path toward a healthier community through transformative ideals and responsibilities.
By Havelock Ellis
The Lady Doc
In a rugged frontier town, a doctor faces the consequences of her past while a spirited waitress chases her dreams, weaving a tale of resilience, romance, and the quest for identity.
By Caroline Lockhart
The Business of Being a Woman
Explore the life of the "Uneasy Woman," as she grapples with expectations after women are given new freedoms that devalue the significance of her most important contributions.
By Ida M. (Ida Minerva) Tarbell
Mobilizing Woman-Power
As women from various countries take on new roles in the war effort, they demonstrate their capabilities, develop new skills, and gain economic independence, ultimately making a significant contribution to the war effort and paving the way for future generations of women.
By Harriot Stanton Blatch
The Unexpurgated Case Against Woman Suffrage
Discover a controversial viewpoint from a bygone era, dissecting the arguments against granting women the right to vote and revealing the author's belief that suffrage is rooted in resentment rather than reason.
By Almroth Wright
Imre: A Memorandum
Amidst a society that rejects their bond, two friends navigate the delicate complexities of love.
By Edward Prime-Stevenson
Memoirs of Emma Courtney
A young woman's desires clash with societal expectations as she navigates love, loss, and self-discovery in a world that seeks to define her.
By Mary Hays
The Grimké sisters : $b Sarah and Angelina Grimké, the first American women advocates of abolition and woman's rights
Witness the remarkable journey of two sisters who defied societal expectations and risked everything to fight for abolition and women's rights in a divided nation.
By Catherine H. Birney
Journalism for Women: A Practical Guide
A vintage roadmap reveals how aspiring female writers can shatter expectations and make their mark in the world of journalism.
By Arnold Bennett
The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman
In a world of wealth and control, a young woman's curiosity about a new house sparks a journey of self-discovery and challenges the hold of her overbearing husband.
By H. G. Wells
Samantha among the Brethren — Volume 6
A quick-witted woman finds herself entangled in a small town's drama, challenging social norms, religious expectations, and her friend's deadly illness.
By Marietta Holley
Art of Love-Making
Discover how to navigate the delicate dance of love, understand hidden emotions, and build a marriage destined for happiness with lessons from a guide for the ages.
By Anonymous
The Nervous Housewife
Discover the hidden world of early 20th-century housewives and the emotional battles they fought against societal pressure and changing roles.
By Abraham Myerson
Love—Marriage—Birth Control Being a Speech delivered at the Church Congress at Birmingham, October, 1921
In a time of changing views, a controversial speech challenges old ideas about love, marriage, and the choices that shape families.
By Bertrand Edward Dawson Dawson
A serious proposal to the Ladies, for the advancement of their true and greatest interest (In Two Parts)
Dare to imagine a world where women defy expectations, seeking knowledge and virtue over beauty and status, in a revolutionary call for female empowerment.
By Mary Astell