30. Sultanas to Slaves: Voices from the Harem
Empire
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Picnics and Rituals: The Social Lives of Women in Hamams
This chapter explores the social practices and rituals of women visiting hamams, drawing parallels to contemporary spa experiences. It highlights the historical contexts, freedoms, and restrictions faced by women of various social statuses in ancient societies, emphasizing the contrast of lavish picnics within the intimate setting of a bathhouse.
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