This paper explores the evolution of the concept of the "gentleman" within the framework of gender identity. By analyzing historical etiquette manuals, contemporary sociological studies, and perspectives from women's writings, it examines how societal expectations and performative behaviors have shaped the masculine ideal between the late 19th century and the 1970s, highlighting the influence of cultural shifts and evolving gender norms.
Il vero gentiluomo: convenzioni e trasformazioni dell'ideale maschile nei galatei "al femminile" tra '800 e '900 / Briatore, Samuele. - In: STORIA, ANTROPOLOGIA E SCIENZE DEL LINGUAGGIO. - ISSN 0394-7963. - 1(2024), pp. 35-54.
Il vero gentiluomo: convenzioni e trasformazioni dell'ideale maschile nei galatei "al femminile" tra '800 e '900
briatore, samuele
2024
Abstract
This paper explores the evolution of the concept of the "gentleman" within the framework of gender identity. By analyzing historical etiquette manuals, contemporary sociological studies, and perspectives from women's writings, it examines how societal expectations and performative behaviors have shaped the masculine ideal between the late 19th century and the 1970s, highlighting the influence of cultural shifts and evolving gender norms.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
