A review by elisabeth888
The Once and Future Sex: Going Medieval on Women's Roles in Society by Eleanor Janega

hopeful informative reflective medium-paced

5.0

A wonderful read for anyone interested in history and gender studies! Eleanor Janega explores the medieval constructs of women, delving into the expectations for the "right" kind of feminine beauty, sexuality, and livelihood. Janega argues against the linear belief that women's rights have been constantly improving since the start of time. In her fifth and final chapter, Janega highlights the striking similarities and differences between the expectations of women in medieval and modern contexts.
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