Disorderly Conduct: Visions of Gender in Victorian America

Name: Disorderly Conduct: Visions of Gender in Victorian America
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Book Synopsis: This first collection of essays by Carroll Smith-Rosenberg, one of the leading historians of women, is a landmark in women's studies. Focusing on the "disorderly conduct" women and some men used to break away from the Victorian Era's rigid class and sex roles, it examines the dramatic changes in male-female relations, family structure, sex, social custom, and ritual that occurred as colonial America was transformed by rapid industrialization. Included are two now classic essays on gender relations in 19th-century America, "The Female World of Love and Ritual: Relations Between Women in Nineteenth-Century America" and "The New Woman as Androgyne: Social Order and Gender Crisis, 1870-1936," as well as Smith-Rosenberg's more recent work, on abortion, homosexuality, religious fanatics, and revisionist history. Throughout Disorderly Conduct, Smith-Rosenberg startles and convinces, making us re-evaluate a society we thought we understood, a society whose outward behavior and inner emotional life now take on a new meaning.

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Experience a captivating journey through the transformative era of Victorian America with the groundbreaking book, "Disorderly Conduct: Visions of Gender in Victorian America." This collection of essays by renowned historian Carroll Smith-Rosenberg brings to light the untold stories of women and men who defied the strict social and gender norms of the time.

Intriguing and thought-provoking, Smith-Rosenberg's essays delve deep into the heart of the Victorian Era, uncovering the hidden struggles, challenges, and triumphs of individuals who dared to break free from societal constraints. From examining the intricate web of relationships between women in 19th-century America to unraveling the complexities of the "New Woman" phenomenon, this book reveals a society in constant flux.

Uncover the truth about gender relations, family dynamics, and the ever-evolving social customs and rituals of colonial America. Smith-Rosenberg's meticulous research and insightful analysis shed light on fascinating topics such as abortion, homosexuality, religious fanaticism, and revisionist history. Brace yourself for a fresh perspective on a bygone era that will make you question everything you thought you knew.

Now is the time to embark on this intellectual and eye-opening journey. Let "Disorderly Conduct: Visions of Gender in Victorian America" redefine your understanding of history and ignite your curiosity for the untold stories of our past. Don't miss out on this landmark collection of essays that will leave a lasting impact on your knowledge of women's studies and historical interpretation. Get your copy and transport yourself to a time of rebellion, change, and newfound freedom.

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