Manhood in Early Modern England: Honour, Sex and Marriage Contributor(s): Foyster, Elizabeth A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138176168 ISBN-13: 9781138176164 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $178.20 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Great Britain - General - Social Science | Sociology - Marriage & Family |
Dewey: 305.310 |
Series: Women and Men in History |
Physical Information: 260 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - British Isles - Sex & Gender - Masculine |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This is the first book to focus on the relationships which men formed with their wives in early modern England, making it an important contribution to a new understanding of English, social, family, and gender history. Dr Foyster redresses the balance of historical research which has largely concentrated on the public lives of prominent men. The book looks at youth and courtship before marriage, male fears of their wives' gossip and sexual betrayal, and male friendships before and after marriage. Highlighted throughout is the importance of sexual reputation. Based on both legal records and fictional sources, this is a fascinating insight into the personal lives of ordinary men and women in early modern England. |