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International, part 13: The Trans Spy
Season 5 · Episode 13

International, part 13: The Trans Spy

La Chevalière d'Éon was a trans woman spy and legend who lived in 18th century France.

Vulgar History: Regency Era · Vulgar History | Realm

June 15, 20221h 10m

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Show Notes

We're joined by author Maya Deane (Wrath Goddess Sing) to talk about La Chevalière d'Éon, an audacious and incredibly interesting trans woman from 18th century France who was a spy, soldier, author, celebrity, and overall icon. Along the way, Maya also shares the stories of Joseph Boulange Le Chevalier De Saint-Georges, the Abbé de Choisy/Comtesse de Barres, Prince Philippe, and Achilles herself! 

Learn more about Maya and her book Wrath Goddess Sing, including links to buy a copy, at mayadeane.com

Buy a copy of Wrath Goddess Sing from Bookshop --> bookshop.org/a/1419/9780063161184 


References: 

Queer as Fact podcast

Article by Hugh Ryan

Article by Emma Powys Maurice

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