Love, Sex & Marriage in the Middle Ages: A Sourcebook

The book provides students with a range of sources relevant for their courses by theme, including well-known and less familiar texts, and has been revised to include the latest debates and sources.

Format: Hardback
Length: 338 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book is a comprehensive resource for students seeking to explore historical sources relevant to their courses. Divided into various sections, including ecclesiastical, legal, letters, chronicles, biography, conduct books, literary and medical writings, it offers a wide range of sources to cater to different thematic interests. The sources encompass well-known texts such as the letters of Abelard and Heloise, Beowulf and the Canterbury Tales, as well as less familiar ones like Hincmar of Rheims, Gratian, Peter Damian, and Gregory IX. These diverse sources provide students with a rich tapestry of examples to use in their seminars and essays.

In order to keep up with the latest developments in the field, this second edition has been extensively revised and expanded. It now includes literature published since the first edition, as well as additional material from European, Jewish, and Muslim sources. Moreover, the book has been expanded to include discussions on same-sex relations, such as same-sex marriage rituals. This inclusion reflects the evolving nature of the field and ensures that students have access to the most current debates and sources.

The book aims to inspire students by presenting them with the latest debates and sources in the field. It serves as a valuable tool for those pursuing studies in history, literature, and cultural studies, providing them with the necessary tools to engage with historical materials and develop their own insights. Whether students are interested in medieval literature, legal history, or religious studies, this book offers a wealth of information and perspectives to enrich their academic journey.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367706579
Edition number: 2 ed