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Bad Behaviour
Created by bad-behaviour (From:UK, Profession:Student University of Kent) on September 18, 2009, 4:17 am. Report this group | FAQ
This is a collection of images which problematize modern perceptions of medieval and early modern behaviour - centred around the medieval topos of the seven deadly sins - as well as investigating changes over time in attitudes of society towards bad behaviour. Please also see our information details on the AHRC Beyond Text Student-led Initiatives site.
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Image of the Seven Deadly Sins which elevates Pride. Compare to London British Library Ms Harley 3244, f.27-28 which sets the seven deadly sins against the virtuous Knight in the battle of righteousness, with the sin of pride about to be speared through the head by the lance of perserverance.
Britannia's Suitors - or - The deadly sins of lust, pride, avarice & sloth failing to converge -
Martin Rowson
The Independent on Sunday
A modern take on eighteenth century mores.
"Writing my Ten Commandments was easy, but I need a miracle to exorcise the devils from the T.U.C. a...
Michael Cummings
Daily Express
Denis Healey as a choirmaster conducting the seven deadly sins.
Pride
"The man who was considerably fed up, in no small measure, with some of his colleagues."
Nicholas Garland
Daily Telegraph
Viewing the victim of anger.
The deadly sin of anger or wrath.
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Anger and/or Envy?
The role of envy in nineteenth century politics.
Avarice - see the British Museum exhibition site for Medals of Dishonour for another contemporary viewpoint.
Avarice again.
"Fiona. If any lazy, skiving, good-for-nothings call in sick, make a note of their names, will you?"
Mac [Stan McMurtry]
Daily Mail
Sloth
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