An obscenity trial that shocked Victorian Britain
History Extra podcast
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Exploring the scandalous 1877 trial of activist Annie Besant for distributing a birth control pamphlet, and the societal repercussions of her defense. Author Michael Meyer discusses his book 'A Dirty Filthy Book' that delves into the controversial trial and its impact on Victorian society.
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