Historiann delves into the intersections of history, gender, and sexual politics from the early modern period to the present. Through critical analysis, thought-provoking commentary, and deep historical insights, this blog challenges conventional narratives and highlights the often-overlooked stories of those who shaped—and were shaped by—history.
From colonial encounters to contemporary debates, Historiann offers a fresh perspective on how power, identity, and politics have evolved over centuries. Whether you’re a scholar, student, or simply curious about the past, join the conversation and uncover the historical roots of today’s social and cultural issues.
About Historiann
Historiann is the not very clever pseudonym of Ann M. Little, the author of Abraham in Arms: War and Gender in Colonial New England (2007) and several scholarly articles and book chapters on early American women’s and gender history. She is an Associate Professor in the History Department at Colorado State University.
Latest Posts
UPDATED BELOW At least in the coverage of Roman Polanski’s arrest it has! I keep hearing about how he was arrested in Switzerland this weekend on a 32-year old charge of “having sex…
The doyenne of adolescent and college student health history, Knitting Clio, has written an utterly appropriate lesson for girls, number 11: “Love your body.” She adds some thoughts too about Brooke Shields, and even scares up one of…
Timothy Egan is the kind of guy you’d think I could agree with: He thinks history is important! He thinks we should write history to engage and fascinate our readers! He thinks assaults…
Here’s an e-mail from a loyal reader who was forwarded this message from a “History” Channel casting associate–and not because the forwarder thought my reader might be eligible for the job! (If you recall, I’ve…
Henry Hitchings suggests that my crusade to make students understand the correct use of the apostrophe may put me on the wrong side of history. He says the apostrophe vexed printers and writers who were confused…
Now, why would a guy as incredibly handsome, smart, and successful as David Brooks feel the need to churn out another concern-trolling column urging women to choose marriage over career success? It’s clear…