Medieval Sexuality: A Research Guide

by Joyce E. Salisbury (Editor)

Overview

Originally published in 1990. Well-annotated bibliographical entries cover works on history, religion, medicine, philosophy, law and literature in western Europe from about the third century A.D. through the end of the medieval period. The primary sources are organised thematically, and separately from secondary sources. Languages covered include English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, and Latin. The focus is on sexuality and sexual attitudes, not on the related topics of marriage and family. Detailed indexes are also included.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367174750
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/15/2020
Series:	Routledge Library Editions: History of Sexuality
Pages:	232
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Joyce E. Salisbury is Professor Emeritus of history at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, USA.

Table of Contents

Preface. Introduction Part 1: Primary Sources 1. History 2. Law 3. Literature 4. Religion 5. Science Part 2: Secondary Sources 6. Books 7. Articles. Indexes: Author/Editor, Subject, Century

Editorial Reviews

Annotated bibliographical entries cover works on history, religion, medicine, philosophy, and literature in western Europe from about the third century A.D. through the end of the medieval period. Languages covered include English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, and Latin. The focus is on sexuality and sexual attitudes, not on the related topics of marriage and family. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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