Josine Reuling | |
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| Born | Gerardina Anna Reuling 29 September 1899 Amsterdam, The Netherlands |
| Died | 19 October 1961 (aged 62) Amsterdam, the Netherlands |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation | writer |
| Years active | 1927-1953 |
Josine Reuling (29 September 1899 – 19 October 1961) was the pen name of the Dutch writer, Gerardina Anna Reuling. Known for her psychological novels, her characters called into question conservative societal behaviors. Her novel Terug naar het eiland was one of the first lesbian literary works published in The Netherlands. It was unique in that it did not evaluate lesbianism on a binary trajectory or in relationship to masculinity or masculine traits. There are several streets named in her honor throughout The Netherlands.