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Sex Work in Victorian London

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

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Victorian Voices: The Struggle for Sex Workers' Rights

This chapter explores the historical context of sex work in Victorian London, emphasizing the impact of the Contagious Diseases Acts on working-class women. It discusses grassroots campaigns advocating for the repeal of these laws and highlights the role of feminists like Josephine Butler in fighting for justice and understanding towards sex workers. The chapter also reflects on the societal complexities and contradictions surrounding sex work, public perception, and the legal landscape during this era.

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