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Julie Peakman, "Libertine London: Sex in the Eighteenth-Century Metropolis" (Reaktion, 2024)

New Books in Gender

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Unveiling 18th-Century London's Brothel Culture

Exploring the evolution of brothels in 18th-century London, from the elite to the destitute establishments, along with societal and legal perspectives. Delving into the transformation of the prostitute's image from brazen to victim, leading to rescue efforts. Revealing the emergence of courtesan celebrities and the dynamics of sexual violence based on social class.

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