The Goodman of Paris (Le Ménagier de Paris): A Treatise on Moral and Domestic Economy by A Citizen of Paris, c.1393

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Book Synopsis: A first-hand view of life in medieval France, as seen through the eyes of an elderly man instructing his young wife.

The Goodman of Paris (Le Ménagier de Paris) wrote this book for the instruction of his young wife around 1393. He was a wealthy and learned man, a member of that enlightened haute bourgeoisie upon which the French monarchy was coming to lean with increasing confidence. When he wrote his Treatise he was at least sixty but had recently married a young wife some forty years his junior. It fell to her to make his declining years comfortable, but it was his task to make it easy for her to do so.

The first part deals with her religious and moral duties: as well as giving a unique picture of the medieval view of wifely behaviour, it is illustrated by a series of stories drawn from the Goodman’s extensive reading and personal experience.

In the second part, he turns from theory to practice and from soul to body, compiling the most exhaustive treatise on household management which has come down to us from the middle ages. Gardening, hiring of servants, the purchase and preparation of food are all covered, culminating in a detailed and elaborate cookery book.

Sadly, the author died before he could complete the third section on hawking, games, and riddles.

This unique glimpse of medieval domestic life presents a worldly, dignified and compelling picture in the words of a man of sensibility and substance. The distinguished historian EILEEN POWER was Professor of Economic History at the University of Cambridge.

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Step back in time to medieval France with The Goodman of Paris (Le Ménagier de Paris), a captivating book that provides a first-hand view of life in this enchanting era. Written by a wealthy and learned man for his young wife in 1393, this treatise offers an invaluable insight into the customs and traditions of the time.

Journey into the mind of the Goodman, a member of the enlightened haute bourgeoisie, as he shares his wisdom with his young bride. In the first part of the book, he delves into her religious and moral duties, providing a unique perspective on wifely behavior. This is brought to life through a collection of captivating stories drawn from his extensive reading and personal experiences.

The second part of the book shifts its focus to practical matters, covering household management with an unrivaled level of detail. From gardening to hiring of servants, and from the purchase to the preparation of food, every aspect of running a medieval household is meticulously explored. The culmination of this practical advice is a comprehensive cookery book that will transport you to the savory flavors and extravagant feasts of the time.

Immerse yourself in the world of the Goodman of Paris, and experience the dignified and compelling picture of medieval domestic life painted by a man of sensibility and substance. This exclusive glimpse into the past is made possible by the remarkable work of Professor Eileen Power, a distinguished historian who has dedicated her career to the study of economic history.

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