The Routledge Handbook of Victorian Scandals in Literature and Culture

The handbook explores the various scandals that were considered scandalous in Victorian society, including sexual misconduct, political corruption, and social inequality. It provides a comprehensive overview of these events and their impact on the culture and society of the time.

Format: Hardback
Length: 606 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive handbook explores the fascinating and multifaceted realm of Victorian scandals, revealing the diverse range of normative efforts and entertainment-driven activities undertaken by the Victorians to uphold decorum and social order. From the controversial entrance of female nurses into male-dominated professions such as medicine and the military to the assertion of women's authority through spiritual dispensation or even the sensationalized accounts of female-on-female murders and male-on-male desires, this handbook delves into a wide spectrum of moral infractions and transgressions. While other scholars have written about Victorian scandals, this handbook stands out for its comprehensive coverage of scandalous behaviors that were considered taboo to the Victorians. It has been authored by scholars from various disciplines, offering a diverse perspective on these historical events.

Through its analysis, this handbook not only sheds light on the shocking practices and attitudes of the Victorians but also provides a valuable insight into their lives and the societal norms they sought to govern themselves and each other. It evokes a mix of moral outrage and popular entertainment, offering readers a telescopic view into the complex world of the Victorian era. By examining these scandals, we gain a deeper understanding of the social, cultural, and political dynamics that shaped this remarkable period, and we are reminded of the enduring impact of these events on our modern society.

Weight: 990g
Dimension: 158 x 234 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032259963