Cynthia B. Herrup

  • Cynthia B. Herrup is a historian specializing in early modern English history.

  • Her work focuses on social, legal, and cultural aspects of the period, particularly issues of gender, sexuality, and class.

  • Herrup's approach emphasizes the importance of understanding historical events within their contemporary contexts.

  • She is known for her meticulous research, drawing from multiple archival sources to construct nuanced interpretations of complex historical events.

  • Her writing style, while praised for its depth and insight, has been criticized by some readers as dry or overly academic.

  • Herrup's work contributes significantly to our understanding of early modern English society and its legal system.

Books by Cynthia B. Herrup