The Prince's Body

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Reference, History, Italy, Renaissance
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Author: Valeria Finucci ISBN: 9780674967069
Publisher: Harvard University Press Publication: February 10, 2015
Imprint: Harvard University Press Language: English
Author: Valeria Finucci
ISBN: 9780674967069
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Publication: February 10, 2015
Imprint: Harvard University Press
Language: English
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Using four notorious moments in the life of Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga of Mantua, Valeria Finucci explores changing early modern concepts of sexuality, reproduction, beauty, and aging. She deftly marries salacious tales with historical analysis to tell a broader story of Italian Renaissance cultural adjustments and obsessions.

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Using four notorious moments in the life of Duke Vincenzo Gonzaga of Mantua, Valeria Finucci explores changing early modern concepts of sexuality, reproduction, beauty, and aging. She deftly marries salacious tales with historical analysis to tell a broader story of Italian Renaissance cultural adjustments and obsessions.

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