
Asmodeu: Dona, dimoni i sexe a l'Edat Mitjana
بواسطة
Albert I
لا توجد تقييمات بعد
History
تنسيق
غلاف ورقي
صفحات
162
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Jul 9, 2011
الناشر
U. Valencia
الطبعة
1
رقم ISBN-10
8437080266
رقم ISBN-13
9788437080260
الوصف
Set against the backdrop of the Middle Ages, this work delves into the complex interplay of gender, demonic mythology, and sexuality. At its core, it examines the figure of Asmodeus, a demon often associated with lust and debauchery, and explores how such representations have shaped societal views on women and sexuality during this tumultuous period.
Through a scholarly lens, the author unravels the intricate ways in which the concept of the demon has been intertwined with the female experience, illuminating the dualities of victim and seductress that women navigated. By dissecting historical texts and cultural narratives, the work paints a rich picture of how fear and desire converged, giving rise to fascinating yet often troubling portrayals of femininity.
Ultimately, this exploration offers a thought-provoking analysis of how medieval beliefs continue to influence contemporary discussions surrounding gender and sexuality. It invites readers to reflect on how the echoes of the past resonate within today’s societal dynamics.
Through a scholarly lens, the author unravels the intricate ways in which the concept of the demon has been intertwined with the female experience, illuminating the dualities of victim and seductress that women navigated. By dissecting historical texts and cultural narratives, the work paints a rich picture of how fear and desire converged, giving rise to fascinating yet often troubling portrayals of femininity.
Ultimately, this exploration offers a thought-provoking analysis of how medieval beliefs continue to influence contemporary discussions surrounding gender and sexuality. It invites readers to reflect on how the echoes of the past resonate within today’s societal dynamics.