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Sex Work in the Middle Ages

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

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Attempts to Save Sex Workers in History

This chapter explores the historical concept of saving sex workers, focusing on attempts throughout history and the motives behind them. It discusses medieval approaches to getting women out of sex work and the establishment of rescue societies. The chapter also questions societal stigma and the lack of exit strategies for sex workers.

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