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Royal Sex: Queen Victoria

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

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Bicycles and Liberation: Victoria's Era of Change

This chapter examines the impact of bicycles on women's liberation during the Victorian era, particularly after Queen Victoria's support of the tricycle. It discusses how cycling challenged societal norms about women's roles and clothing, and its unexpected erotic symbolism in relation to female freedom. The chapter also touches on the personal lives of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, debunking myths surrounding their relationship and the cultural narratives of their time.

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