Maddicott explores the historical prejudice against single women with cats, illuminating how stereotypes shape societal narratives around womanhood and companionship.
In her research, Maddicott highlights that only cat ladies seem to invoke the image of witches, pointing to societal fears and control over unattached women.
She discusses how the idea of 'crazy cat lady' has evolved, from being a trendy stereotype into an empowering symbol of defiance against societal norms.
Maddicott's journey reveals the absurdity of the 'crazy cat lady' label, showing how it has historically marginalized single women while neglecting male counterparts.
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