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Absolutely loved this book! So full of interesting historical events and the cultural thought surrounding the human body in Victorian times. The author totally sucked me in with her incredible writing. This book was clearly so well researched and full of thought. I definitely will be looking out for more books by this author.

Dinner and a good book

Super interesting delve into Victorians relationship with bodies and sexuality via 4 stories of notable Victorian scandals and trends.

There is far less focus on bodies, physicality and Victorian attitudes than i expected. They act as a starting point but are quickly absorbed into far more traditional biographical narratives. There is little new if you already know the people and events. What pushed it from a so-so to a pan were some appallingly crass, and sometimes ghoulish, phrases during descriptions about multiple miscarriages and the violent murder of a child.

A very unique way to present social customs during the Victorian era, Hughes looks at society through five individuals‘ bodies (or specific aspect of the body) and any scandals that surrounded them. I enjoyed the presentation and seeing how Hughes connects the dots in her narrative. If you love anything Victorian, check this one out!

Trying to finish this tonight.

I also wanted to thank everyone for the amazingly touching words of support today. I teared up a few times over the lovely sentiments and showing of support. It‘s been rough, especially since I knew I couldn‘t be at the hospital with my dad. But, he is in recovery now. Thoughts and prayers are still appreciated. I love this community! 😘

Morning reading with #Zeke . Really good so far...I internally cringed as Hughes described what Lady Flora Hastings had to go through, thanks in no small part to Queen Victoria. #catsoflitsy

Starting this tonight, though I‘ll probably only read a few pages before going to sleep!

Another library hold processed and handed to me today. A little offbeat - this tells the history of the Victorians through the bodies of five individuals, whose experiences shed light on decorum during that era. I love reading about the Victorians (the Puritans are another fun bunch), so I‘m up for trying this.

I saved this ages ago because I thought y'all might appreciate it, then forgot to share. Oops.

A delicious cover a fantastic surprise from John Hopkins university press.Way to start the week.😍💃🏼

While I have no recollection of entering a contest to win this book, since I‘m a fan of historical romance I will definitely enjoy reading it I‘m sure! 👍

The title alone...Victorians Undone: Tales of the Flesh in the Age of Decorum...am I actually blushing??!!! 😊🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️☺️😉😉😉💋💋🔥🔥🔥

Surprise #bookmail is the best! 🎉🎉🎉

It never occurred to me that crazy Victorian beards were not very appealing to lots of people, including partners...