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Lesbians in Germany

Lesbians in Germany

1890'S-1920's
HistoryPolitics & Society
Pages
128
Published
1990
Language
English

Synopsis

This book offers a historical examination of lesbianism and lesbian feminism within Germany. It explores the experiences, social movements, and cultural context of lesbians in the region. Authors Lillian Faderman and Brigitte Eriksson provide a focused study on this significant aspect of German social history.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualThought-ProvokingComplex

Genres

History Politics & Society Sociology

Authors

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Brigitte Eriksson

Brigitte Eriksson is a native of Germany. She received her MA in English from California State University, Fresno. Her translations include the transcripts of an eighteenth century German trial of a lesbian (Journal of Homosexuality, Fall 1979). She is currently a student of Sidda Yoga in Ganeshpuri, India.

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Lillian Faderman

Lillian Faderman received her Ph.D. in English from UCLA. She is the author of [Surpassing the Love of Men](/works/OL578925W/), [Scotch Verdict](/works/OL578928W/), two college textbooks on American ethnic literature, and numerous articles on women's relationships. Faderman is a Professor of English at California State University, Fresno and is currently a Visiting Professor of English at UCLA.