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What Made You Ugly In Medieval Times?

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

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Medieval Beauty Standards: A Complex Portrait

This chapter explores the medieval standards of beauty, influenced by cultural and religious elements, particularly Christianity. It discusses the intersections of beauty, morality, and societal perceptions, emphasizing how attractiveness was often linked with virtue. The conversation also humorously reflects on historical beauty practices and the evolving nature of beauty ideals throughout different eras.

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