The Cultural Review

Women's History

2 articles

Mary Todd Lincoln depicted with a thoughtful and complex expression in a richly decorated 19th-century room, suggesting a re-evaluation of her historical persona.
Wellness

Historians Re-evaluate Mary Todd Lincoln's Reputation

In 1875, Mary Todd Lincoln's own son, Robert Todd Lincoln, had her committed to an insane asylum.

Yasmin El-Sayed·May 18, 2026
A dynamic collage of Ms. Magazine covers spanning several decades, illustrating the evolution of feminist thought and activism.
Culture

Ms. Magazine Archives Offer Feminist Insights Through Decades

In December 1971, a 40-page insert within New York magazine, titled Ms.

Eleanor Voss·April 24, 2026