Rebecca Bowen
Historian
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Jul 25, 2024 • 46min
The Decameron: sex, plague, and a medieval Love Island
Historian Rebecca Bowen discusses how 'The Decameron' by Boccaccio tackled the Black Death through risqué stories. They explore post-plague literature, connections between health practices and social interactions, and the portrayal of female agency in the tales.
