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Sex Work in the Middle Ages
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
Sex Work in the Medieval Period
The chapter explores the theological and societal aspects of sex work in the Middle Ages, highlighting the cyclical nature of attitudes towards it throughout history. It discusses the influence of St. Augustine's thoughts on prostitution, the contrasting perceptions of women in medieval society, and the complexities and definitions of sex work. The chapter also delves into the social implications and pushback against sex work, as well as the relationship between Christianity and pleasure in medieval Europe.
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