Sunday, October 16, 2011

Fletcher, Anthony. Gender, Sex & Subordination in England 1500-1800. Yale Press: London. 1995. Print.

An interesting study on marriage from 1500s to 1800s this book outlines information about bachelors, women and couples. It also has specific examples of couples and their correspondence during the time. The stories outline couples that were able to transcend the constraints on marriage at the time and find middle ground. The book also recounts relationships that were never truly equal, outlining the pressures that were on men of this time to be domineering and aloof.

The text also has a chapter on the ‘weaker sex’ outlining some of the things thought about women at the time. The book touches on the topics of gender roles, marital violence and effeminacy during the time. The book also has interesting pictures from the time both of families, more sordid activates and important portraits. There is also a section that outlines the education and tutoring of young girls. Hope some of this can be helpful. Ask me if you want the book. Kindle Miles

1 comment:

  1. Kindle,
    I don't know this book, but it is probably more up to date than the others that I have recommended. I'll have to take a look.

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