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Nancy Friday in 1986. Many of her books focused on women's sexuality.
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Nancy Friday
Died on November 5, 2017 at age 84
Ms. Friday’s books about gender politics helped redefine American women’s sexuality and social identity in the late 20th century.
Notable Deaths 2017
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