"Masquerading in Male Attire"

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The book explores the reasons American women adopted male attire throughout history, highlighting their struggles for freedom, employment, and identity. It delves into the 1800s and early 1900s, a time when societal norms restricted women's access to jobs and fair wages, prompting them to disguise themselves as men to pursue opportunities in the military, travel, or even same-sex relationships. This historical narrative sheds light on the lengths women went to in order to challenge gender norms and seek independence.