Swale, Jessica
Blue Stockings (NHB Modern Plays)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848423299
- author:
- Swale, Jessica
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Nick Hern Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 1.2 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Performing Arts, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
At the turn of the 20th century, four young women at Girton College, Cambridge, dared to challenge the status quo. Despite their academic prowess, they faced a daunting reality: the stigma of being a 'blue stocking', an unnatural, educated woman. In 1896, these pioneering students were determined to graduate, but their path was fraught with obstacles.
Their story is one of resilience, wit, and determination, as they navigate the complexities of love, class divide, and opposition. This gripping drama follows the women over the course of an academic year, as they fight to change the future of education.
With its thoughtful and provocative portrayal of a pivotal moment in history, Blue Stockings is a powerful exploration of the struggles faced by women in education. Written by Jessica Swale, this play is a testament to the enduring power of female determination and the importance of challenging the norms that seek to hold us back.
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