Dr. Hannah Frydman

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Hannah Frydman is an Assistant Professor of Romance Languages and Literatures at Harvard University, specializing in 19th-20th century French history, literature, and culture, with a particular emphasis on gender and sexuality studies. In her research, she critically examines the interplay between print culture and the representation of non-normative identities within the socio-political context of modern France. Her book 'Sheets: Sexuality, Classified Advertising, Moral Threat' explores the role of sexual and gendered classified advertising in the Parisian press from 1870 to 1940, revealing how these media facilitated new forms of social engagement and identity construction. Frydman’s upcoming projects further delve into queer literature and history, aiming to uncover the narratives of marginalized lives. A recipient of several prestigious awards and fellowships, including the ACLS Fellowship and the Malcolm Bowie Prize, her scholarly work has been published in leading academic journals and edited volumes, contributing significantly to the fields of cultural and gender studies. Previously, she was an assistant professor at the University of Washington and served as a postdoctoral research associate at Brown University's Pembroke Center, focusing on women's studies.

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