Alcohol, Sex and Gender in Late Medieval and Early Modern Europe

Gebonden Engels 2001 9780333922422
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This book examines drinking and attitudes to alcohol consumption in late medieval and early modern England, France, and Italy, especially as they related to sexual and violent behavior and to gender relations. According to widespread beliefs, the consumption of alcohol led to increased sexual activity among both men and women, and it also led to disorderly conduct among women and violent conduct among men. Dr Lynn shows how alcohol was a fundamental part of the diets of most people, including women, resulting in daily drinking of large amounts of ale, beer, or wine. This study offers an intimate insight into both the altered states induced by alcohol, and, by opposition, into normal relations in family, community, and society.

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ISBN13:9780333922422
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:gebonden
Uitgever:Palgrave Macmillan UK

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List of Tables Acknowledgements Introduction Women and Alcohol Sex and Alcohol Alehouses, Taverns, and Prostitutes Sexual Encounters Unruly Women and Violent Men Husbands and Wives Conclusion Bibliography Index

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