The Altar of Venus: The Erotic Education of an Edwardian Gentleman

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Fools often come out ahead in folktales, and that’s certainly the case here, but there are also some nuggets about class and gender. Hamdonna, as King’s daughter and Grand Vizier’s wife, seems to think she’s entitled to just take the coat. These essential cookies are placed as soon as you access the site because they are required for navigation. Gender roles were clearly defined during the Edwardian Era, with men and women expected to adhere to certain behaviours and responsibilities.

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