identity – Accounting for Humanity

18th Nov 2025

Seeing your life flash before your eyes…in an Edward Gorey story

On my quest to make an acceptable dent in my “TBR” (“to be read” for those peculiar creatures that have read all that they own) list, I finally made my way to Amphigorey: Fifteen books by Edward Gorey. All fifteen tales were magnificent however, it was the first, The Unstrung Harp, where I found myself

What’s in a name? Names, Gender, & Identity

Disclaimer 1: When referring to author of the journal being discussed, I have used they/them pronouns as I do not know their preferred terms and do not wish to assume. Disclaimer 2: This may contain spoilers for the Barbie Movie (I am not 100% certain they are spoilers but, in case they are, maybe read

Reflections in Research: Gendered Language in Literature

When reviewing historical literature for my thesis, I became very aware of a reality that, while should not have come as a surprise, induced a surprisingly strong reaction in my mind. In every reference to technology, professions, and any other areas of societal or cultural significance, the narrative continually highlighted the journeys, accomplishments, and challenges