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Courtesans
INTERESTING
Glaring Facts About Liane De Pougy, The Ultimate Party Girl of Paris
Liane de Pougy lived countless lives. She was a charming courtesan turned princess—but the end of her life boasted the most shocking twist of all.
July 23, 2024
Nur Karageldi
INTERESTING
Forgotten Facts About Veronica Franco, The Rebel Courtesan
Veronica Franco was one of the most sought-after courtesans of the 1500s—but the higher she rose, the farther she had to fall.
July 2, 2024
Mehroo S.
PEOPLE
Charming Facts About Sai Jinhua, The Diplomatic Courtesan
When she was only a child, Sai Jinhua was sold into service… She had no clue that she’d become one of the most tragic courtesans in history.
January 12, 2024
Neil Crone
INTERESTING
Cutthroat Facts About History's Fiercest Women
Fierce Women Facts: It's said that when Mary, Queen of Scots was executed, her dog was found under her skirts, unwilling to leave her side.
December 7, 2023
Scott Mazza
INTERESTING
Seductive Facts About The Secret Lives Of Courtesans
Courtesans dabbled in just about everything from art to espionage. Pull back the bed curtains to these decadent facts from the history of courtesans.
October 3, 2023
Christine Tran
INTERESTING
Seductive Facts About La Paiva, The “Queen Of Kept Women”
Near the end of her life, La Paiva’s iconic beauty calcified into monstrosity—yet her death was even more horrific.
July 27, 2023
Dancy Mason
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