In a 'stubborn and contrary direction'. Subversive Women between the 19th and 20th Centuries

This research project focuses on female political activism between the late nineteenth century and the rise of fascism, paying particular attention to the subjective experiences of lesser-known female dissidents. The objective is not to discuss exceptional women who stood out in the female domain, but rather to highlight lesser-known figures: anti-militarists, socialists, communists, anti-fascists and feminists. These individuals defied the norms and limitations imposed by a male-dominated society, gradually gaining a deeper understanding of their rights as women and citizens.