SRF 111Women, Sex, Marriage, and Family Traditions in Italy

This course explores the contributions of Italian women artists, writers, and intellectuals from the Medieval through the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Students will learn about sexual culture, the institution of marriage, the role of the family, and gender roles as portrayed in the works of Italian women from these periods. Students will also assess and compare ideas across these time periods and become aware of the implications of studying these topics in the context of nationality.