RESOURCES/ Be A Time Traveller

Historical fiction and non-fiction

Author Sandra Gulland offers her novels as well as a treasure trove of articles and research about 17th century France.  When it comes to historial accuracy, she really does her homework.  And she loves sharing her sources. A find.

“Love and Louis XIV: The Women in the Life of the Sun King” by Antonia Fraser.     “...Louis was constantly trying to reconcile his gargantuan sexual appetite with his duty to his people and his God.”   Plus Ça Change!

"Histoires du Paris Libertin" by Marc Lemonier & Alexandre Dupouy ("The History of Libertine Paris.”)  Historical text, photographs and documents of erotic Paris through the ages, neatly arranged by neighborhood. Only in french. A real gem. I discovered the Marquis de Sade was born on my block...

"Sex Tips for Husbands & Wives From 1894" by Ruth Smythers.   You actually have to read this to believe it. Unintentionally hilarious, tips written by an American pastor's wife that will give you an idea how times have (I hope) changed.  "...Some young women actually anticipate the wedding night ordeal with curiosity and pleasure! Beware such an attitude!..."