History & Biography
From monarchs to military heroes, notorious to unsung, we’ll feature biographies and research on women who history labelled dangerous.
Want to shine the spotlight on a dangerous woman from times gone past? See our submissions page for contribution guidelines.
Bridget Fraser recounts the dangerous life of her ancestress Lucy Walter, first wife to 17th century king, Charles II of England.
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Willfully oblivious or truly dangerous?
Take a stroll through the streets of Paris with Marine Desage-El Murr and two ‘dangerous’ women from history: Olympe de Gouges and Marie Curie.
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What is dangerous about Anaïs Nin?
Ruth Charnock researches contemporary literature, including Anaïs Nin. Here, she asks why it feels dangerous to read women writing, fearlessly, about sex…
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The Maiden of the Sea
In image and text, Mexican artist Brenda Rosete tells the story of Victorian-era ship captain Elizabeth Miller.
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‘Beautiful in bodily shape and gifts of soul’
In this months’ contribution from Scottish PEN, Dorothy McMillan takes a look at the life and career of free-thinking social reform campaigner Frances ‘Fanny’ Wright.
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The Ladies Auxiliaries of Mine Mill and Smelter Workers
Elizabeth Quinlan tells us of the brave women who fought for workers’ rights (and more) in 1940s Canada–deemed dangerous by the police!
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The Dangers of Fighting to be Heard in Poetry
Richie McCaffery argues for more recognition of the work of 20th century Scottish poet Joan Ure.
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A radical peace activist
Passionate for life: Helen Steven, a radical Scottish peace activist, in her own words and those of Kathy Galloway.
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A Dangerous Combination?
Nicole Busby and Rebecca Zahn chart the often problematic relationship between women and organised trade unions in the UK.
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