New Medieval Books: The Beauty of Ugliness and the Ugliness of Beauty - Medievalists.net
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The essays redefine the concept of 'monster' in the Middle Ages by exploring the relationship between physical appearance and societal perceptions, challenging conventional understandings.
By examining depictions of disability, beauty, and monstrosity in medieval contexts, the works reveal how aesthetics influenced laws, marriage markets, and personal identities during the era.
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