The article highlights the work of Gwerful Mechain, a 15th-century Welsh poet who brought joy and explicitness to medieval poetry, particularly focused on sexual themes. While medieval Europe is often perceived as bleak, her verses provide a counter-narrative by showcasing the everyday acceptance of sexuality in their culture. Mechain's more formal works focus on religious topics, but her well-known pieces on sexuality challenge the traditional views on women's roles, revealing a vibrant, lusty perspective often suppressed by male writers of the time.
It means more to her than her family, any day.
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