Gender in Late Medieval and Early Modern Europe

This book attempts to challenge the canonical gender concept while trying to specify what gender was in the medieval and early modern world. It tests, verifies, and challenges the methodology and use the concept(s) of gender specifically applicable to the period of great change and transition. The volume contains theoretical discussion supplemented by case studies of specific practices such as mysticism, witchcraft, crime, and sexual behavior.

• | Author: Marianna Muravyeva
• | Publisher: Routledge
• | Publication Date: Dec 04, 2012
• | Number of Pages: 240 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 0415537231
• | ISBN-13: 9780415537230