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

New Books in Gender

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Evolution of Attitudes Towards Male Homosexuality in the 18th and 19th Centuries

Exploration of the changing perceptions of male homosexuality from 1660 to 1830, emphasizing the challenges men faced in upholding their masculinity and privacy amidst evolving social norms. The chapter delves into the experiences of individuals like John Harvey, William Beckford, and Lord Byron, illustrating the shift from acceptance to growing discrimination during this time frame.

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