Routledge Sexuality and Gender in the English Renaissance

Explore a comprehensive collection of historical documents with Sexuality and Gender in the English Renaissance. Published by Routledge, this annotated edition provides a deep look into the debates surrounding gender and sexual relations in early modern England. The anthology brings together a wide variety of primary sources that reflect the social landscape of Tudor and Stuart society. This volume is highly valuable for researchers and students because it includes complete texts and extracts that were previously unavailable in modern editions. By studying these historical treatises and tracts, readers gain a direct connection to the prevailing conceptions of the era. The collection covers major areas and institutions through a diverse selection of materials, including religious sermons, moral handbooks, and legal textbooks. Whether you are looking for household manuals, midwifery texts, or popular ballads and chapbooks, this anthology serves as a vital resource for understanding the social history of the English Renaissance.