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In Defence of Julia the Elder

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A Misunderstood Legacy: The Untold Story of Julia

This chapter explores the misunderstood legacy of Julia from the Julia-Claudian dynasty, sparked by a visit to a Renaissance palace in Rome. It critiques the misogynistic narratives that label her as a 'nymphomaniac' and emphasizes the need to question historical sources to combat harmful stereotypes about women.

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