Author: Christopher Nissen
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 1442643404
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
Giulia Bigolina's (ca. 1516-ca. 1569) Urania (ca. 1552) is the oldest known prose romance to have been written by an Italian woman. In Kissing the Wild Woman, Christopher Nissen explores the unique aesthetic vision and innovative narrative features of Bigolina's greatest surviving work, in which she fashioned a new type of narrative that combined elements of the romance and the novella and included a polemical treatise on the moral implications of portraiture and the role of women in the arts. Demonstrating that Bigolina challenged cultural authority by rejecting the prevailing views of both painting and literature, Nissen discusses Bigolina's suggestion that painting constituted an ineffectual, even immoral mode of self-promotion for women in relation to the views of the contemporary writer Pietro Aretino and the painter Titian. Kissing the Wild Woman's analysis of this little-known work adds a new dimension to the study of Renaissance aesthetics in relation to art history, Renaissance thought, women's studies, and Italian literature.
Kissing the Wild Woman
Author: Christopher Nissen
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 1442643404
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
Giulia Bigolina's (ca. 1516-ca. 1569) Urania (ca. 1552) is the oldest known prose romance to have been written by an Italian woman. In Kissing the Wild Woman, Christopher Nissen explores the unique aesthetic vision and innovative narrative features of Bigolina's greatest surviving work, in which she fashioned a new type of narrative that combined elements of the romance and the novella and included a polemical treatise on the moral implications of portraiture and the role of women in the arts. Demonstrating that Bigolina challenged cultural authority by rejecting the prevailing views of both painting and literature, Nissen discusses Bigolina's suggestion that painting constituted an ineffectual, even immoral mode of self-promotion for women in relation to the views of the contemporary writer Pietro Aretino and the painter Titian. Kissing the Wild Woman's analysis of this little-known work adds a new dimension to the study of Renaissance aesthetics in relation to art history, Renaissance thought, women's studies, and Italian literature.
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 1442643404
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
Giulia Bigolina's (ca. 1516-ca. 1569) Urania (ca. 1552) is the oldest known prose romance to have been written by an Italian woman. In Kissing the Wild Woman, Christopher Nissen explores the unique aesthetic vision and innovative narrative features of Bigolina's greatest surviving work, in which she fashioned a new type of narrative that combined elements of the romance and the novella and included a polemical treatise on the moral implications of portraiture and the role of women in the arts. Demonstrating that Bigolina challenged cultural authority by rejecting the prevailing views of both painting and literature, Nissen discusses Bigolina's suggestion that painting constituted an ineffectual, even immoral mode of self-promotion for women in relation to the views of the contemporary writer Pietro Aretino and the painter Titian. Kissing the Wild Woman's analysis of this little-known work adds a new dimension to the study of Renaissance aesthetics in relation to art history, Renaissance thought, women's studies, and Italian literature.
Kissing the Hag
Author: Emma Restall Orr
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
ISBN: 1780999704
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Kissing the Hag by Emma Restall Orr is based upon the old tale of The Marriage of Sir Gawain, and carries us from girlish innocence through to the nauseating horror of the hag - the raw side, the dark side, the inside of a woman's.
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
ISBN: 1780999704
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Kissing the Hag by Emma Restall Orr is based upon the old tale of The Marriage of Sir Gawain, and carries us from girlish innocence through to the nauseating horror of the hag - the raw side, the dark side, the inside of a woman's.
The Science of Kissing
Author: Sheril Kirshenbaum
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 0446575135
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
From a noted science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and fascinating exploration of how and why we kiss. When did humans begin to kiss? Why is kissing integral to some cultures and alien to others? Do good kissers make the best lovers? And is that expensive lip-plumping gloss worth it? Sheril Kirshenbaum, a biologist and science journalist, tackles these questions and more in The Science of a Kiss. It's everything you always wanted to know about kissing but either haven't asked, couldn't find out, or didn't realize you should understand. The book is informed by the latest studies and theories, but Kirshenbaum's engaging voice gives the information a light touch. Topics range from the kind of kissing men like to do (as distinct from women) to what animals can teach us about the kiss to whether or not the true art of kissing was lost sometime in the Dark Ages. Drawing upon classical history, evolutionary biology, psychology, popular culture, and more, Kirshenbaum's winning book will appeal to romantics and armchair scientists alike.
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 0446575135
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
From a noted science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and fascinating exploration of how and why we kiss. When did humans begin to kiss? Why is kissing integral to some cultures and alien to others? Do good kissers make the best lovers? And is that expensive lip-plumping gloss worth it? Sheril Kirshenbaum, a biologist and science journalist, tackles these questions and more in The Science of a Kiss. It's everything you always wanted to know about kissing but either haven't asked, couldn't find out, or didn't realize you should understand. The book is informed by the latest studies and theories, but Kirshenbaum's engaging voice gives the information a light touch. Topics range from the kind of kissing men like to do (as distinct from women) to what animals can teach us about the kiss to whether or not the true art of kissing was lost sometime in the Dark Ages. Drawing upon classical history, evolutionary biology, psychology, popular culture, and more, Kirshenbaum's winning book will appeal to romantics and armchair scientists alike.
Kiss Me Again!
Author: Mike Johnson
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781537175416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
For many men, kissing isn't a really big deal. For women, it is. Research shows that how you kiss has a surprising and powerful impact on whether she wants to go out with you again, and the entire rest of your relationship! In Kiss Me Again! 7 Secrets to Kisses that Drive Her Wild, Mike Johnson reveals how women think about kissing and how to master the secrets of becoming an amazing kisser. Some of the topics covered in this book include: Understand What's Going On In Her Head 12 Kissing Styles The French Kiss Making It Special: The First Kiss Bad Kissing vs. Good Kissing How To Teach Her To Kiss If you want to be a more confident kisser and improve your sex life, scroll up, click "Buy Now," and learn how to become an amazing kisser!
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781537175416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
For many men, kissing isn't a really big deal. For women, it is. Research shows that how you kiss has a surprising and powerful impact on whether she wants to go out with you again, and the entire rest of your relationship! In Kiss Me Again! 7 Secrets to Kisses that Drive Her Wild, Mike Johnson reveals how women think about kissing and how to master the secrets of becoming an amazing kisser. Some of the topics covered in this book include: Understand What's Going On In Her Head 12 Kissing Styles The French Kiss Making It Special: The First Kiss Bad Kissing vs. Good Kissing How To Teach Her To Kiss If you want to be a more confident kisser and improve your sex life, scroll up, click "Buy Now," and learn how to become an amazing kisser!
Girl's Guide to Hunting & Kissing
Author: Joanne Rock
Publisher: Quarter Moon Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Let the hunt begin! Nightlife heats up at Club Paradise when the sexy games start... An ambiance coordinator for Club Paradise’s extravagant settings, Summer Farnsworth prides herself on taking the road less traveled when it comes to her career, her astrological predictions, and her men. She knows immediately, therefore, that a pragmatic assistant district attorney like Jackson Taggart—a Taurus, of all things-- is completely wrong for her. Since she doesn’t own enough crystals to ward off the man’s major magnetism, however, maybe a simple, no-strings fling would fulfill her penchant for passion. Jackson Taggart sees enough corruption in his native city–and in his own family– without entangling himself with one of the most visible figures in Miami’s sexy club with a checkered history. But Summer Farnsworth’s figure is one that can’t very well be ignored, especially when she’s knee deep redecorating the club’s titillating accommodations. Who can resist a woman who issues propositions in a mock bordello draped in red velvet? Too bad her wild ways threaten to derail his political career ambitions that have begun to feel like a strait jacket. Her scheme that he go a little wild on the town with her so that potential voters see him as more approachable is not what he had in mind in the weeks before formally announcing his candidacy. Yet Jackson knows he’s in way over his head when her sexy dare is all he can think about... *An earlier draft of this story was published by Harlequin
Publisher: Quarter Moon Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Let the hunt begin! Nightlife heats up at Club Paradise when the sexy games start... An ambiance coordinator for Club Paradise’s extravagant settings, Summer Farnsworth prides herself on taking the road less traveled when it comes to her career, her astrological predictions, and her men. She knows immediately, therefore, that a pragmatic assistant district attorney like Jackson Taggart—a Taurus, of all things-- is completely wrong for her. Since she doesn’t own enough crystals to ward off the man’s major magnetism, however, maybe a simple, no-strings fling would fulfill her penchant for passion. Jackson Taggart sees enough corruption in his native city–and in his own family– without entangling himself with one of the most visible figures in Miami’s sexy club with a checkered history. But Summer Farnsworth’s figure is one that can’t very well be ignored, especially when she’s knee deep redecorating the club’s titillating accommodations. Who can resist a woman who issues propositions in a mock bordello draped in red velvet? Too bad her wild ways threaten to derail his political career ambitions that have begun to feel like a strait jacket. Her scheme that he go a little wild on the town with her so that potential voters see him as more approachable is not what he had in mind in the weeks before formally announcing his candidacy. Yet Jackson knows he’s in way over his head when her sexy dare is all he can think about... *An earlier draft of this story was published by Harlequin
Drive It Deep
Author: Cara McKenna
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698407849
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
The author of Give It All and Lay It Down reveals how it all started in this prequel novella to the Desert Dog series... Jeremiah Church and Raina Harper have been close since they were kids, back when life was all about hot Nevada summers spent running wild on the backs of their motorcycles with their friends. Now in their thirties, their lives are changing, and so is the way Miah looks at Raina—a sizzling tension has begun to smolder, impossible to ignore. Miah is a man of simple pleasures—after a long day overseeing his family’s cattle ranch, a cool drink in his hand and a barstool under his backside are all he needs. Except lately, Miah’s begun looking at his bartender differently. Raina is Miah’s polar opposite—she’s as hot-headed as he is self-possessed, as wild as he is steady. And though they’re a recipe for disaster, the mutual attraction brewing between them is too tempting to deny. But when bottled-up desires hit this hard, this fast, after so long, the results are positively explosive. And while the affair is hot enough set the badlands on fire, when the flames burn out, will their lifelong friendship survive, or go up in smoke? Praise for Cara McKenna “Gritty and compelling.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Maya Banks “Sweet, smoking-hot, standout romance.”—Beth Kery, New York Times bestselling author of The Affair “Very sexy.”—USA Today “Dirty and mesmerizing.”—Fiction Vixen
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698407849
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
The author of Give It All and Lay It Down reveals how it all started in this prequel novella to the Desert Dog series... Jeremiah Church and Raina Harper have been close since they were kids, back when life was all about hot Nevada summers spent running wild on the backs of their motorcycles with their friends. Now in their thirties, their lives are changing, and so is the way Miah looks at Raina—a sizzling tension has begun to smolder, impossible to ignore. Miah is a man of simple pleasures—after a long day overseeing his family’s cattle ranch, a cool drink in his hand and a barstool under his backside are all he needs. Except lately, Miah’s begun looking at his bartender differently. Raina is Miah’s polar opposite—she’s as hot-headed as he is self-possessed, as wild as he is steady. And though they’re a recipe for disaster, the mutual attraction brewing between them is too tempting to deny. But when bottled-up desires hit this hard, this fast, after so long, the results are positively explosive. And while the affair is hot enough set the badlands on fire, when the flames burn out, will their lifelong friendship survive, or go up in smoke? Praise for Cara McKenna “Gritty and compelling.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Maya Banks “Sweet, smoking-hot, standout romance.”—Beth Kery, New York Times bestselling author of The Affair “Very sexy.”—USA Today “Dirty and mesmerizing.”—Fiction Vixen
The Hermit and the Wild Woman
Author: Edith Wharton
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Passionate Kisses
Author: Megan Carter
Publisher: Bella Books
ISBN: 1594938873
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Sara Stockton, Taylor Jenkins, and James Edwards have been best friends since pre-school. Their strong bond earned them the nickname of the Three Musketeers. When Taylor turned fourteen and announced she was gay, James and Sara stood by her. When James and Sara began dating, Taylor hid her love for Sara and moved on with her life. Now, fourteen years later, Sara and James are about to be married and Taylor is trying to deal with the upcoming wedding by rushing into a new relationship. As Sara and James begin to face the truth about their relationship, Sara begins to realize who her love interest really is. Will Sara and Taylor hide their feelings for each other to protect their friendship or will they realize they can't run from love?
Publisher: Bella Books
ISBN: 1594938873
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Sara Stockton, Taylor Jenkins, and James Edwards have been best friends since pre-school. Their strong bond earned them the nickname of the Three Musketeers. When Taylor turned fourteen and announced she was gay, James and Sara stood by her. When James and Sara began dating, Taylor hid her love for Sara and moved on with her life. Now, fourteen years later, Sara and James are about to be married and Taylor is trying to deal with the upcoming wedding by rushing into a new relationship. As Sara and James begin to face the truth about their relationship, Sara begins to realize who her love interest really is. Will Sara and Taylor hide their feelings for each other to protect their friendship or will they realize they can't run from love?
Kiss Me
Author: Lexy Timms
Publisher: W.J. May
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
We all need somewhere where we feel safe… Katherine Marshall was on her way to being free from her abusive husband, Tim Marshall. With the divorce papers signed, she can finally get on with her life. That is until she finds out her husband is suing her boyfriend, Ben O'Leary. Katherine knows Tim will never stop going after the people she loves. She decides it's time to run. She has to protect Ben. When she happens across Tim's new girlfriend, she is given a chance to turn the tables on the man who's made it his life's mission to ruin her life. Karma can be a real b*tch sometimes. You & Me - A Bad Boy Romance Book 1 – Just Me Book 2 – Touch Me Book 3 – Kiss Me SEARCH TERMS: billionaire romance, melody anne billionaire bachelors series, free kindle romance, romance billionaire series, contemporary romance and sex, billionaire obsession, new adult romance, romance love triangle, romance love, sweet love story, happily ever after, fake girlfriend, hired wife, sport romance, hot and steamy, sexy, motorcycle club romance, romantic suspense, motorcycle romance, reapers motorcycle club series, Romantic Action & Adventure, bad boy obsession, billionaire, Alpha male romance
Publisher: W.J. May
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
We all need somewhere where we feel safe… Katherine Marshall was on her way to being free from her abusive husband, Tim Marshall. With the divorce papers signed, she can finally get on with her life. That is until she finds out her husband is suing her boyfriend, Ben O'Leary. Katherine knows Tim will never stop going after the people she loves. She decides it's time to run. She has to protect Ben. When she happens across Tim's new girlfriend, she is given a chance to turn the tables on the man who's made it his life's mission to ruin her life. Karma can be a real b*tch sometimes. You & Me - A Bad Boy Romance Book 1 – Just Me Book 2 – Touch Me Book 3 – Kiss Me SEARCH TERMS: billionaire romance, melody anne billionaire bachelors series, free kindle romance, romance billionaire series, contemporary romance and sex, billionaire obsession, new adult romance, romance love triangle, romance love, sweet love story, happily ever after, fake girlfriend, hired wife, sport romance, hot and steamy, sexy, motorcycle club romance, romantic suspense, motorcycle romance, reapers motorcycle club series, Romantic Action & Adventure, bad boy obsession, billionaire, Alpha male romance
Every Little Kiss
Author: Kendra Leigh Castle
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0451467590
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
The second novel featuring small New England town of Harvest Cove, where the residents know that Emma Henry likes things nice and orderly—but everyone has to let loose sometimes… Event planner Emma Henry is used to focusing all her attention on reaching her goals and letting romance fall by the wayside. But when her sister Sam’s bachelorette party prompts the most tightly-wound Henry to let her hair down, Emma’s night ends with the entire town linking her to a man who could lay waste to anyone’s best-laid plans. Army vet Seth Andersen thought that joining the police department in sleepy Harvest Cove would offer a quiet, normal life. But when he finds himself responsible for uptight Emma Henry at the end of her wildest night ever, his world turns unexpectedly complicated—and he’s surprised to discover he doesn’t mind at all…
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0451467590
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
The second novel featuring small New England town of Harvest Cove, where the residents know that Emma Henry likes things nice and orderly—but everyone has to let loose sometimes… Event planner Emma Henry is used to focusing all her attention on reaching her goals and letting romance fall by the wayside. But when her sister Sam’s bachelorette party prompts the most tightly-wound Henry to let her hair down, Emma’s night ends with the entire town linking her to a man who could lay waste to anyone’s best-laid plans. Army vet Seth Andersen thought that joining the police department in sleepy Harvest Cove would offer a quiet, normal life. But when he finds himself responsible for uptight Emma Henry at the end of her wildest night ever, his world turns unexpectedly complicated—and he’s surprised to discover he doesn’t mind at all…