Jean-Louis Flandrin was a French historian who profoundly reshaped the history of family, sexuality, and food. His analyses were groundbreaking, employing novel methods and exploring unexpected sources such as penitentials, cookbooks, and proverbs. He traced these themes across a vast historical sweep, from the early Middle Ages to the 19th century. Flandrin's work offers readers a unique lens through which to view the evolution of intimate lives and social customs.
Obrzędy polityczne opisane i poddane analizie na stronicach tej książki pochodzą z wielu wieków i prawie z wszystkich stron świata. Autorzy badają relacje między rytuałem a polityką, zwracając uwagę na różnorodne formy symboliczne, jakie może przybierać polityka.