A Short History of Queer Women

Kirsty Loehr’s A Short History of Queer Women is a lively, witty, and very accessible tour through the often-overlooked stories of women who loved women. From pirates to literary icons and modern sports stars, Loehr highlights how queerness has always existed, even when history tried to erase it. The book’s greatest strength is its humor and fast-paced storytelling—it feels more like chatting with a clever friend than reading a history textbook. It’s a perfect entry point for anyone curious about queer women’s history without wanting to dive straight into complex academic texts. However, readers looking for documentation or nuanced engagement with gender identities may find it lacking; Overall, it’s a joyful, cheeky, and inspiring reminder that queer women have always been here—loud, proud, and worth remembering.

A very accessible overview of queer women throughout history. Perfect for people that want to dig into the topic of queer history, a little shallow at some places, I still enjoyed it though!