“Women do not always have to write about women, or gay men about gay men. Indeed, something good and new might happen if they did not.”
Quote by Kathryn Hughes
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Kathryn Hughes
Kathryn Hughes is a renowned British historian, born in 1959. She is known for her in-depth research into the history of British society, with a particular focus on the history of women and the working class. Her book 'The Longman Who Mended Clocks' explores the lives of clockmakers in 19th-century Britain, while 'The Victorian House' provides a detailed description of the historical and cultural significance of Victorian homes. more
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