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The History of Drag Queens

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

CHAPTER

Perceptions of Drag in Relation to Sexuality and Class in the 19th to 20th Century

Exploring the social perceptions of drag, this chapter reveals the nuanced connections between drag, sexuality, and class during the 19th to early 20th century. It highlights the diverse appeal of drag shows across social classes and delves into the cultural influence of drag performer Arthur Lucan and his character, Old Mother Riley.

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