Sexualisation – Death & the Maiden

The Gendered Garden: Sexual Transgression of Women Walking Alone in Cemeteries

Romany Reagan has been walking in Abney Park Cemetery for a total of nine years, often alone. As a walking practitioner dedicated to encouraging new perspectives within cemetery space, a recent personal revelation called for self reflection and a much wider contemplation.

Shrouds or Lingerie? Traditional Female Burial Garments

Patricia Lundy explores the relationship between death & the feminine regularly on her beautiful blog Somthng Eldritch. Through exploration of literature and Victorian history Patricia delves into the mourning rituals of a bygone era. In this post sexual suggestion and the male gaze is contemplated by visiting the works of two amazing authors. Kate MayfieldContinue reading “Shrouds or Lingerie? Traditional Female Burial Garments”