Sixteenth Century Courtesan
September 24, 2008 –
I am almost finished reading a great book – In the Company of the Courtesan by Sarah Dunant. It is initially set in sixteenth century Rome but quickly moves to Venice (where I hope to visit next year, and I am open to suggestions of fabulous places to stay!). It is a truly gripping read seen through the eyes of the Courtesan Fiammetta’s loyal dwarf servant, Bucino. I urge you to read it if you can/want to but it is one of those books that you don’t want to put down and I do confess, I am rather hard to please in the literature department.
The other Courtesan medium that I want to get my sticky paws on is the film ‘Dangerous Beauty’ which is the tale of Veronica Franco, another Venetian Courtesan of the same period. (have just ordered this!)
My first dip into this sort of literature was ’79 Park Avenue’ by Harold Robbins when I was a wee lass of 15. I have never looked back hehehe. Miss Dollymopp has the definitive collection of harlot literature though and I am trying to work my way through them all :)
Here’s a little taster of the film Dangerous Beauty to whet your appetite! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2Hrei0AtV8
2 Responses to “Sixteenth Century Courtesan”
I have the film on video, found it in Oxfam! Ok not dvd, but I have a dvd/video. If you are looking for it, it is now called ‘The Honest Courtesan’ on film. x
By Dollymopp on Sep 25, 2008
Thanks Doll! xxx
By Rhia Charles on Sep 28, 2008