Julie Peakman, "Libertine London: Sex in the Eighteenth-Century Metropolis" (Reaktion, 2024)
New Books in Gender
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Survival Strategies of Women in 18th Century Society
The chapter explores the challenges faced by women who engaged in sex outside of marriage in the long 18th century, revealing how misogyny and double standards shaped their roles in society. It dissects the concept of Liberty in the 18th century, emphasizing the contrasting meanings associated with men and women and how it influenced their freedoms. Additionally, it discusses the various roles and vulnerabilities of women in the sex trade during this era, shedding light on the societal perceptions and policing of prostitution in 18th century London.
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