The Boundaries of Eros: Sex Crime and Sexuality in Renaissance Venice

ISBN-13: 9780195056969 / Angielski / Miękka / 1989 / 240 str.

Guido Ruggiero

Opis

Utilizing the records of several Venetian courts that dealt with sex crimes, Ruggiero traces the evolution of both licit and illicit sexuality during the 14th and 15th centuries. He argues that the use of such records reveals not only the nature of sexual behaviour that was considered criminal, but also what society established as the norm. Through this examination of illicit sexuality, Ruggiero sheds light on the institutions, languages, social life and values not only of this shadow-culture, but also of Venetian society and, ultimately, the Renaissance itself.

Recenzje

'This is an important and fascinating study that provides a new perspective on Renaissance culture and society. Highly recommended.' Library Journal