Edward II : his sexuality and relationships
Warner, Kathryn2024
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Edward II is one of the most unsuccessful and unconventional kings in English history, and is well-known for having passionate and probably intimate relationships with men. In modern times, he has often been considered an LGBT+ icon of sorts. This book looks at the men in the king's life and examines the relations he had with them in the context of medieval notions of sexuality and the famous, albeit almost certainly mythical, idea that he was murdered with a red-hot poker as punishment for having sex with men. It also investigates Edward's associations with women.
Main title:
Edward II : his sexuality and relationships / Kathryn Warner.
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Imprint:
Barnsley : Pen & Sword History, 2024.Barnsley : Pen & Sword History, 2024.
Collation:
256 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
ISBN:
9781399098175 (hbk)
Dewey class:
920 EDW
Language:
English
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BRN:
2899997