"Enriches our understanding of the gender dynamics that shaped the Renaissance and early modern era. . . . Essential reading for early modernists. . . . A provocative, well-researched, and highly engaging study that appeals to students, specialists, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of gendered discourses in early modern Italian history, literature, and culture. . . . Ultimately, this book reminds us that understanding gender in its full complexity enhances our knowledge of history and culture." (Modern Philology) "Enriches our understanding of the gender dynamics that shaped the Renaissance and early modern era. . . . Essential reading for early modernists. . . . A provocative, well-researched, and highly engaging study that appeals to students, specialists, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of gendered discourses in early modern Italian history, literature, and culture. . . . Ultimately, this book reminds us that understanding gender in its full complexity enhances our knowledge of history and culture." (Modern Philology)