Ancient Greek Sexual Health: Wandering Wombs & Headless Beetles
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
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Exploring Gender, Sexuality, and Relationships in Ancient Greece
The chapter delves into various facets of ancient Greek relationships and sexuality, including discussions on gender roles, dynamics between older men and younger boys, female same-sex relationships, and societal norms. It also examines ancient Greek writings about sex, debates around love, and the identity of authors of sexual manuals. Additionally, it explores the intriguing story of Agnod Dece, a woman who posed as a male doctor in a male-dominated field, shedding light on the presence of educated women in ancient Greek medicine.
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