Love, Friendship and Faith in Europe, 1300–1800

Gowing, L.; Hunter, M.; Rubin, M.

This ground-breaking volume explores the terrain of friendship against the historical backdrop of early modern Europe. In these thought-provoking essays the terms of friendship are explored - from the most intimate and erotically charged to the reciprocities of village life. This is a rich offering in social and cultural history that is attuned to the pervasive language of religion. A hidden history is revealed - of friendships that we have lost, and of friendships starkly, and movingly, familiar.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2005-09-27

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781403991478

DOI: 10.1057/9780230524330

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 230