The Routledge History of the Domestic Sphere in Europe: 16th to 19th Century

The Routledge History of the Domestic Sphere in Europe explores the history of the domestic sphere in Europe from the Age of Reformation to the emergence of modern society, focusing on daily practice, interaction, and social relations. It challenges common views of the emergence of confessional cultures, private life, and separate spheres of men and women. The book provides an overview of the domestic sphere as a location of work and consumption, conflict and cooperation, emotions and intimacy, and devotion and education. It sheds light on changing relations between spouses, parents and children, masters and servants, and humans and animals or plants.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 600 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Routledge History of the Domestic Sphere in Europe delves into the intricate tapestry of the domestic realm across Europe, spanning from the Age of Reformation to the dawn of modern society. By centering its attention on the daily practices, interactions, and social dynamics, the book unveils the profound continuities and transformative shifts in European history from an interior perspective. This comprehensive volume offers a diverse range of approaches from various regions, challenging prevailing notions such as the emergence of confessional cultures, the sanctity of private life, and the distinct spheres of men and women. Through the meticulous analysis of a wealth of diverse sources, including diaries, court records, paintings, and domestic advice literature, this volume provides a comprehensive overview of the domestic sphere as a bustling hub of labor, consumption, conflict, cooperation, emotions, intimacy, and education. It extends beyond the confines of the modern nuclear family, illuminating the evolving relationships between spouses, parents, and children, masters and servants, apprentices, and humans and animals or plants. This volume serves as a valuable resource for upper-level graduates, postgraduates, and seasoned scholars with a deep interest in the history of family, household, social space, gender, emotions, material culture, work, and private life in early modern and nineteenth-century Europe.

Weight: 1140g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367647193