Veronica Franco

Veronica Franco wasn’t just any courtesan; she was fearlessly radical and openly celebrated her sexuality. But being a feminist in the 1500s had perilous consequences—and she paid in the most heartbreaking way imaginable.

Veronica Franco was one of the most sought-after courtesans of the 1500s—but the higher she rose, the farther she had to fall.

Veronica Franco was one of the most sought-after courtesans of the 1500s—but the higher she rose, the farther she had to fall.

Veronica Franco was one of the most sought-after courtesans of the 1500s—but the higher she rose, the farther she had to fall.