White Before Whiteness in the Late Middle Ages

Discover the profound insights of "White Before Whiteness in the Late Middle Ages" by Wan-Chuan Kao, published by Manchester University Press in 2024. This groundbreaking hardback spans 456 pages and delves into the complexities of premodern whiteness, exploring its operations of fragility, precarity, and raciality across both bodily and nonsomatic figurations. Kao presents a compelling argument that the concept of 'before' whiteness is not merely a retro-futuristic notion but rather a collection of strategies and discursive practices that both produce and confine various medieval ideological regimes. This thought-provoking work is essential for anyone interested in social history and the intricate dynamics of race in the late Middle Ages. Enhance your understanding of medieval society and its ideological constructs by adding this significant title to your collection.