The topic of this article is "How did medieval European erotic literature negotiate the tension between religious authority and personal desire, and how did it shape collective understanding of...
Sexual violence is an important part of medieval literature, particularly when discussing how it was viewed through a religious lens. In the Middle Ages, Europeans had strict views on sexual conduct...
In medieval literature, sexuality was often used to explore themes of power and control within feudal societies where women were seen as property and men held social, political, and economic...
Medieval literature is renowned for its focus on religious themes and moral lessons, yet it also includes many works that delve into more earthly pleasures such as love, lust, and romance. One way in...
Medieval literature is known for its intense depictions of romance, chivalry, and courtly love.
Less attention has been given to the role of erotic literature in this era. Medieval erotica was...