Homosexuality in French History and Culture

Looking at French history from the 16th century,through to the 21st, this book analyses the,ways homosexuality has been named, experienced,regulated, understood and imagined, alongside,stereotypes and anxieties about separation, class,and age differences and gender roles. Combining,fresh, creative re-interpretation of literary,classics with exciting new explorations of,long-neglected historical episodes and cultures,this landmark work of scholarship stands as a,vital resource for...
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Looking at French history from the 16th century,through to the 21st, this book analyses the,ways homosexuality has been named, experienced,regulated, understood and imagined, alongside,stereotypes and anxieties about separation, class,and age differences and gender roles. Combining,fresh, creative re-interpretation of literary,classics with exciting new explorations of,long-neglected historical episodes and cultures,this landmark work of scholarship stands as a,vital resource for scholars of queer theory,French history and culture and literary criticism.