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Stuff You Missed in History Class

Natalie Clifford Barney, Part 2

Feb 14, 2024
41:19
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In this podcast, Natalie Clifford Barney, an influential figure in Parisian society, talks about her life in France and the salon she established for artists and writers. The podcast also covers her friendships with Colette and Pierre-Louis, social acceptance of homosexuality in France, scandalous incidents at her salon, and her complex beliefs during World War II.
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  • Natalie Clifford Barney hosted influential salons in France, supporting women creatives and combating societal shame.
  • Barney actively promoted pacifism during both World Wars, hosting meetings and establishing an academy honoring women's contributions to literature.

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Natalie Clifford Barney's Life in France

Natalie Clifford Barney moved to France and made it her permanent home. She hosted gatherings and parties, staged plays by famous authors, and even hired Mata Hari to perform at one of her events. Barney lived her life openly and proudly as a lesbian, defying the social norms of the time. She formed meaningful relationships with other women, including poet Lucy de la Roche and writer Colette. Barney's most well-known achievement was her famous Friday salons, where writers and artists gathered to discuss literature and support women's creative work.

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