Wanton Wenches and Wayward Wives - Peasants and Illicit Sex in Early Seventeenth Century England (Paperback)

Originally published in 1979. This highly detailed study of illicit sex amongst the peasantry of Somerset between 1601 and 1660 recreates the atmosphere of the period and questions a number of previously accepted hypotheses. Based on the depositions presented to the county and regional courts during this period, it sheds as much light on prevailing village attitudes as it does on the specific discussion matter. Outlining the precarious existence of the peasant and the supervision of sexual morality, the book looks at pre-marital sex, pregnancy, prostitution, masturbation, contraception, rape, homosexuality and incest, along with the prevailing punishments of the time. This extensively researched work combines both demographic and literary-based analyses, with analytical and anecdotal approaches to the subject. It presents a rich source of social history, examining and questioning the role of Christian morality as an important factor in influencing the sexual habits of the peasant.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Routledge Library Editions: History of Sexuality
Release date:	July 2020
First published:	1979
Authors:	G.R Quaife
Dimensions:	216 x 138 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	282
ISBN-13:	978-0-367-17474-3
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > World history > 500 to 1500 Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Gender studies > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Family & relationships > Sexual relations Books > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Books > History > World history > 500 to 1500
LSN:	0-367-17474-X
Barcode:	9780367174743

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