A good book: "Bachelor Girl" by Betsy Israel [View All]

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It's about the historical evolution of the old maid, spinster, and hip singleton, from the 17th century to SATC, with most focus on the 20th century.

Did you know, for instance, that there was a group of women in the 19th century, including Susan B Anthony and Florence Nightingale, who were intentional spinsters, calling themselves "singly blessed".