Carnal Knowledge

Discover the intricate relationship between law and sexuality in Tudor England with Carnal Knowledge by Martin Ingram, published by Cambridge University Press in 2017. This compelling study spans 340 pages and delves into how legal frameworks were employed to regulate sexual behavior during a transformative period in British history. Ingram meticulously examines both secular and religious practices, drawing from a diverse array of church and court archives. Readers will gain insight into the complexities of sexual regulation in London and provincial England before, during, and after the Reformation. This book is essential for anyone interested in race relations, sex customs, and the societal norms of the United Kingdom during the Tudor era. Explore the historical context and legal intricacies that shaped sexual conduct in this fascinating period.