Homosexuality in 18th-Century France: Enlightenment, Repression, and Social Dynamics
The 18th century in France was a time of intellectual flourishing, societal change, and political turbulence. Known as the Age of Enlightenment, this period saw the emergence of new ideas about human rights and individual freedoms. Yet, for LGBTQ+ individuals, life in 18th-century France remained fraught with challenges, as homosexuality was criminalized and stigmatized within […]
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