
Medieval Sex Work
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
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Burial Practices and the Lives of Single Women in Medieval Society
This chapter delves into the burial practices for single women and sex workers in medieval Southwark, examining the cultural implications of terms like 'spinster.' It highlights the challenges historians face in uncovering the lives of these often marginalized individuals due to limited historical records.
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