Gender, Affect, and Emotion from Classical to Early Modern Literature

Explore the intricate relationship between gender, affect, and emotion in literature with Gender, Affect, and Emotion from Classical to Early Modern Literature by Marion Wells. Published by Springer International Publishing AG in 2024, this insightful hardback edition spans 309 pages and delves into how historical accounts of emotions intertwine with contemporary affect theory. Wells meticulously examines the social constructions of sex and gender, revealing how these factors influenced the norms of emotive speech in literary texts from classical to early modern periods. This book is essential for scholars and enthusiasts interested in the evolution of emotional expression within the context of gender and literature. Discover the profound insights that bridge the past and present in this compelling study.