Shakespeare Among the Courtesans

Explore the complex role of courtesans - women who gain power through sexual transgression - in Renaissance English drama. This study delves into the moral ambiguity of these characters, while shedding light on little-known aspects of their lives, including Anglo-Italian relations. With a focus on the sixteenth century, including the works of Shakespeare and Marlowe, this book offers intriguing insights into the societal views of the time.