Feeling Pleasures

Discover the transformative power of touch in literature with Feeling Pleasures by Joe Moshenska, published by Oxford University Press in 2014. This compelling hardback edition spans 402 pages and delves into the significance of the sense of touch during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Moshenska argues that this sensory experience took on a new and unique importance, reshaping the way we understand the works of major poets such as Edmund Spenser, William Shakespeare, and John Milton. By examining these influential texts alongside the evolving concepts of touch, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the intricate relationship between sensory experience and poetic expression. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and scholars alike, Feeling Pleasures invites you to explore the sensual dimensions of poetry and its enduring impact on our understanding of human experience.