The Book of the City of Ladies by Christine De Pizan
"The Book of the City of Ladies" is a classical work in which the author, through allegorical characters, builds an imaginary city for women to illustrate their significant contributions to society. The book is a defense of women, arguing against the popular notion of the time that women were inferior to men. It showcases the author's deep knowledge of the past, referencing numerous notable women from history and mythology, emphasizing their virtues, intelligence, and moral fiber.
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- Published
- 1405
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- La Città Delle Dame
- La Città delle Dame
- Le Livre de la Cité des Dames
- The Treasure Of The City Of Ladies
- The Treasure of the City of Ladies: Or the Book of the Three Virtues
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