John Boswell
Historian and philologist, author of 'Same-Sex Unions'
Born
March 20th, 1947
77 years ago
Died
December 24th, 1994
30 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American historian and philologist focused on the history of sexuality, particularly the intersection of sexuality and religion. Served as a professor at Yale University, contributing to academic discourse through extensive research and publications. Wrote 'Same-Sex Unions in Pre-Modern Europe', which examined historical practices and ceremonies surrounding same-sex relationships. His work highlighted the existence of same-sex unions in diverse cultures and time periods, broadening the understanding of sexuality in historical contexts.
Authored 'Same-Sex Unions in Pre-Modern Europe'
Served as a professor at Yale University
Conducted extensive research on sexuality and religion
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