Books like Regiment of Women by Clemence Dane
Published in 1917 under the pseudonym Clemence Dane, Regiment of Women is the first novel of Winifred Ashton. The story unfolds within a girls’ boarding school, focusing on the dynamics between a teacher and her pupils. The narrative subtly examines lesbian relationships, both inside and outside the school setting, earning the book a reputation for its veiled portrayal of same‑gender attraction in an era before Stonewall.
First publish date: 1917
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Lesbian Fiction
Authors: Clemence Dane
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