num_pages: 344
description: A re-examination of medieval attitudes towards gender and sexuality from postmodern theoretical perspectives. Thirteen contributions examine homosexuality in a range of literary genres, including works by Chaucer, Christine de Pizan, Dante, philosophical and dramatic works. The essays also examine the political and intellectual context of medieval literature and philosophy, such as Edward II's reign, and the effect of modern gender theory and AIDS on medieval studies.
language: English
title: Queering the Middle Ages
titlecomplete: Queering the Middle Ages
genres: Queer, Medieval, History, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 16
series: Medieval Cultures
publisher: Univ Of Minnesota Press