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Victorians Got Super Weird With Flirting, Part Two: Courtship and Calling Cards

Ridiculous History

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Cheeky Connections: Victorian Flirting

This chapter explores the playful and humorous nature of Victorian flirting through the lens of calling cards, emphasizing their suggestive designs and witty messages. It highlights the role of these cards in queer communication, providing a discreet method for romantic interactions during a repressive era. The discussion culminates in anecdotes of misadventures in flirtation, drawing parallels to modern methods of romantic expression.

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