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From Lonely Hearts to Dating Apps
This chapter examines the evolution of romantic advertisements from the Georgian era to the present, illustrating the changing societal norms and expectations in the search for companionship. It highlights the impact of the Industrial Revolution on feelings of isolation and contrasts historical requirements in ads with the more relaxed preferences of today.
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