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CW: quotes from the 1942 famous five children’s books showing that george kirrin is obviously a trans boy
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i watched the 1978 tv series as a child because my mum watched it when she was a child and she adored the series and the books. i know i’ve also read at least some of the books but most of my memories come from the tv series
i found these quotes just by ctrl+f-ing 5 of the books for words like “boy” and “master george” (and “henry”). i’m sure there’s a lot more and more interesting stuff to be found when actually reading the books. but there’s also a lot of bad stuff (that i don’t remember at all, so i (and also my mum) must have taken that as normal as a child), in general and in disrespecting and making fun of george for his transness, even from the other 3 children who at least generally accept some things like calling him george
i always liked julian the least because he was a strong and commanding boy who didn’t view george and girls as an equal, but i did like that he would deal with more dangerous things for the others and protect them
dick always felt like a boring default boy with no personality to me, at least in the tv series, i don’t remember him from the books. but also he was less manly and daring than julian, so i thought i had to pick him to relate to
i’ve always liked anne the most because she was careful, soft and didn’t want to do dangerous things, just like me. and she was usually wearing the prettiest clothes. but of course she was a girl and i was not and could obviously never be one, so relating to her was off-limits for me
and then there’s of course george. george being a “girl who would rather have been born a boy”, and that at least to some degree being accepted by the people around him, was very fascinating. but i also kind of agreed with anne – how could a girl want to be a boy instead when being a girl is obviously the better choice?
and george is definitely trans. yes, the word “transgender” was not used to describe him and didn’t exist yet, but other words existed, and the human experience it describes has always existed. george is described exactly as a trans boy would be described, it’s just not named as such. if there were a character who was described like “brian was not attracted to people of The Other Gender but to people of the same gender. he loved his fellow man john and wanted to marry him to live gaily ever after”, then he would obviously be gay because that’s what was described, even if the word wasn’t used. so here’s some proof that master george is an unintentional but definite trans icon from 84 years ago who has surely been responsible for putting cracks in countless eggs:
”Do you call her ‘George’?” asked Anne, in surprise. “I thought her name was Georgina.” ”So it is,” said her aunt. “But George hates being a girl, and we have to call her George, as if she was a boy. The naughty girl won’t answer if we call her Georgina.”
”I’m George,” said the girl. “I shall only answer if you call me George. I hate being a girl. I won’t be.“
“You look like a boy.” ”Do I really?” said George, the frown leaving her face for a moment.
“Bad luck, old girl-I mean, old boy!” George managed to smile.
She had had her hair cut even shorter than usual, and it really was difficult to know whether she was a boy or a girl.
The local people all knew how badly she wanted to be a boy, and they knew, too, how plucky and straightforward she was, so they laughed to one another and said: “Well, they reckoned she behaved like a boy, and if she wanted to be called “Master George” instead of “Miss Georgina”, she deserved it!”
“I’m Master George, not Miss Georgina,” said George, in a cold voice.
“Mr. Roland, sir,” he began. “Could you call my cousin by the name she likes - George - she simply hates Georgina.”
‘Why, if it isn’t Master George!’ said the old fellow with a grin. George grinned too. She loved being called Master instead of Miss.
“Oh - Henry!” said Anne, with a laugh. “I should have thought you’d find a lot in common with another girl like yourself, who would rather be a boy, and tries to act like one!”
“After all, you and she are very alike, George. You both think you ought to have been boys”
“Yes, what was it now, Henry,” said Dick. “Nice chap. I’m going to like him.” George stared as if she couldn’t believe her ears. “Henry! Did she meet you?” “No - not she - he”, corrected Julian.
#GeorgeKirrin #George #FamousFive #TheFamousFive #EnidBlyton #trans #transgender #TransBoy
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In the latest blog post I’m presenting my favourite adaptation of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five books - the 1978 series produced by Southern Television.
https://grammaticus.blog/2025/08/12/retro-tv-the-famous-five/
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In the latest blog post I’m presenting my favourite adaptation of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five books - the 1978 series produced by Southern Television.
https://grammaticus.blog/2025/08/12/retro-tv-the-famous-five/
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In the latest blog post I’m presenting my favourite adaptation of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five books - the 1978 series produced by Southern Television.
https://grammaticus.blog/2025/08/12/retro-tv-the-famous-five/
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In the latest blog post I’m presenting my favourite adaptation of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five books - the 1978 series produced by Southern Television.
https://grammaticus.blog/2025/08/12/retro-tv-the-famous-five/
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In the latest blog post I’m presenting my favourite adaptation of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five books - the 1978 series produced by Southern Television.
https://grammaticus.blog/2025/08/12/retro-tv-the-famous-five/
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Enid Blyton, born #OTD in 1897. Her children's books remain timeless classics!
In this post, originally written in 2022, you can read about her celebrated book series, The Famous Five:
https://grammaticus.blog/2022/09/26/the-famous-five/Have you read her books or seen any of the TV adaptations? Let me know!
#enidblyton #englishteacher #englishliterature #childrensbooks #thefamousfive
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Enid Blyton, born #OTD in 1897. Her children's books remain timeless classics!
In this post, originally written in 2022, you can read about her celebrated book series, The Famous Five:
https://grammaticus.blog/2022/09/26/the-famous-five/Have you read her books or seen any of the TV adaptations? Let me know!
#enidblyton #englishteacher #englishliterature #childrensbooks #thefamousfive
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Enid Blyton, born #OTD in 1897. Her children's books remain timeless classics!
In this post, originally written in 2022, you can read about her celebrated book series, The Famous Five:
https://grammaticus.blog/2022/09/26/the-famous-five/Have you read her books or seen any of the TV adaptations? Let me know!
#enidblyton #englishteacher #englishliterature #childrensbooks #thefamousfive
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Enid Blyton, born #OTD in 1897. Her children's books remain timeless classics!
In this post, originally written in 2022, you can read about her celebrated book series, The Famous Five:
https://grammaticus.blog/2022/09/26/the-famous-five/Have you read her books or seen any of the TV adaptations? Let me know!
#enidblyton #englishteacher #englishliterature #childrensbooks #thefamousfive
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Enid Blyton, born #OTD in 1897. Her children's books remain timeless classics!
In this post, originally written in 2022, you can read about her celebrated book series, The Famous Five:
https://grammaticus.blog/2022/09/26/the-famous-five/Have you read her books or seen any of the TV adaptations? Let me know!
#enidblyton #englishteacher #englishliterature #childrensbooks #thefamousfive
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Enid Blyton’s ‘The Famous Five’ Returns for Season 2 on BBC, Nicolas Winding Refn Exec Produces – Global Bulletin
#Variety #Asia #Global #News #EnidBlyton #GlobalBulletin #NicolasWindingRefn #TheFamousFivehttps://variety.com/2024/tv/global/enid-blyton-famous-five-season-2-bbc-1236145750/
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BBC Heading On More ‘Famous Five’ Adventures; ‘Ghosts’ Australia – Global Briefs
#News #BBC #BBCStudios #Ghosts #GlobalBriefs #MoonagePictures #NicolasWindingRefn #TheFamousFivehttps://deadline.com/2024/09/bbc-famous-five-season-two-global-briefs-1236090137/
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Mad Dog Casting Agency Ignoring Court Orders To Pay Actors Who Have Worked On Shows Including ‘The Famous Five’
#Agencies #News #CalltheMidwife #MadDog2020Casting #NicolasWindingRefn #TheFamousFivehttps://deadline.com/2024/06/mad-dog-casting-agency-ignoring-court-pay-actors-1235961724/
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“Never explain, never retract, never apologize. Just get the thing done and let them howl.”
Nellie McClung
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2024, l am remembering the contribution of Canada’s Famous Five. These remarkable women, Emily Murphy, Nellie McClung, Louise McKinney, Irene Parlby, and Henrietta Muir Edwards, made significant contributions in the fight for gender equality and women’s rights in Canada. Together, they worked for the right of women to be recognized as persons in the eyes of the law.
The Famous Five’s Legacy
The Famous Five worked tirelessly to secure the recognition of women as persons under Canadian law. Their perseverance and dedication led to a historic victory in 1929 when the Supreme Court of Canada ruled in favour of recognizing women as persons. This ruling marked a major milestone in the journey towards gender equality in Canada, granting women the right to hold public office, serve on juries, and be treated as equals under the law.
Honoring Their Efforts
The ongoing legacy of the Famous Five serves as a source of inspiration and a reminder of the progress achieved in the fight for gender equality. Their dedication and determination continue to resonate, encouraging all to strive for a more equitable and just society.
“The rejoicing all through Canada was not so much that it opened the door of the Canadian Senate to women, as it was that it recognized the personal entity of women, her separate individuality as a person.”
Henrietta Muir Edward
Tribute to the Famous Five by Barbara A. Paterson
In commemoration of their pivotal role in Canadian history, the iconic Women are Persons!, a bronze monument immortalizes the Famous Five and stands as a testament to their enduring impact. Learn more about the sculptor, Barbara A. Paterson, CM, whose art pays homage to these extraordinary women.
Experience the remarkable journey of the Famous Five through this video and celebrate their enduring legacy on this International Women’s Day.
Emily Murphy was born in Cookstown, Ontario in 1868. She was a lawyer and a judge and the first woman in the British Empire to be appointed a magistrate. She was also a writer and a suffragist. She wrote several books, including The Black Candle and The Impressions of Janey Canuck Abroad.
The Famous Five – Emily MurphyNellie McClung was a Canadian feminist, politician, and social activist who played a pivotal role in the fight for women’s suffrage in Canada. Born in 1873 in Chatsworth, Ontario, she was a teacher before becoming a writer and speaker.
The Famous Five – Nellie McClung & Irene ParlbyIrene Parlby, a Canadian politician and suffragist, was born in London, England in 1868. She was the first woman appointed to the Alberta Legislative Council in 1916.She was a leader in the fight for rural rights, and was the first woman to be appointed to the cabinet in Alberta.
Louise McKinney, a Canadian politician and suffragist, was born in Frankville, Ontario in 1868. She was the first woman elected to the Alberta Legislative Assembly in 1917.
The Famous Five – Henrietta Muir Edwards & Louise McKinneyHenrietta Muir Edwards was a Canadian suffragette, social reformer, and feminist. Her work was instrumental in the fight for women’s rights in Canada. She was a founding member of the National Council of Women of Canada
For more information on why the Person’s Case was so important, visit The Senate of Canada at this link!
Women are Persons! by Barbra A Peterson“My goal has always been to promote women through my art but also to depict them on an approachable, human scale. People seem to respond to that combination in the Famous Five sculpture – it seems to draw them in, make them want to interact with these women and connect with their story at a personal level.”
Barbara A. Paterson
https://clanmother.com/2024/03/08/celebrating-international-womens-day-with-the-famous-five/
#BarbaraAPaterson #Canada #EmilyMurphy #InternationalWomenSDay #IreneParlby #LouiseMcKinney #TheFamousFive
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Bosses At ‘The Gentlemen’ Producer Moonage Talk Working With Guy Ritchie, Making Shows For Young People & A First Foray Into Non-English Language With Netflix Italy’s ‘The Leopard’
#News #BBC #BBCStudios #EmmaMyers #GoodGirl039sGuideToMurder #GuyRitchie #MoonagePictures #Netflix #TheFamousFive #TheGentlemen #TheLeopard -
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The Mediapro Studio Boards Nicolas Winding Refn’s ‘Famous Five’ Series For The BBC And ZDF
#News #BBC #BBCStudios #Distribution #NicolasWindingRefn #TheFamousFive #TheMediaProStudiohttps://deadline.com/2023/12/famous-five-nicolas-winding-refn-mediapro-studio-1235680688/
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“I’m Finally Making Something That My Kids Would Actually Watch”: Nicolas Winding Refn Talks Adapting Enid Blyton’s ‘The Famous Five’ For TV – Mipcom Cannes Special
#BreakingNews #Drama #EnidBlyton #MatthewRead #MIPCOM #MipcomCannes #NicholasWindingRefn #TheFamousFivehttps://deadline.com/2023/10/nicholas-winding-refn-matthew-read-the-famous-five-mipcom-1235568754/
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