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Lady Godiva: A Literary History of the Legend

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Lady Godiva: A Literary History of the Legend - Donoghue, Daniel
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This book investigates who Lady Godiva was, how the story of her naked horseback ride through Coventry arose, and how the whole Godiva legend has evolved from the thirteenth century through to the present day. Traces the erotic myth of Lady Godiva back to its medieval origins. Based on scholarly research but written to be accessible to general readers. Combines history, literature, art and folklore. Focuses on the twin themes of voyeurism and medievalism. Contributes to our understanding of cultural ...

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Lady Godiva: A Literary History of the Legend 2002, Wiley-Blackwell

ISBN-13: 9781405100472

Trade paperback

Lady Godiva: A Literary History of the Legend 2002, Wiley-Blackwell

ISBN-13: 9781405100465

Hardcover