Kate Lister

About the author

Kate Lister is a British historian and academic specializing in the history of sexuality, gender studies, and social history. She holds a PhD in History from the University of Leeds, where she serves as a lecturer in the School of History. Lister is recognized for her interdisciplinary approach, combining historical research with digital humanities and public engagement.

Her expertise lies particularly in the intersection of sexuality, society, and culture across different historical periods. Prior to "A Curious History of Sex," she established herself through academic articles on sexual history and her engagement with digital platforms, making historical research accessible to broader audiences through innovative methodologies and public scholarship initiatives.