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Ancient & Medieval Literature - La Cité des dames

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Book Synopsis: Née à Venise en 1364, fille de l’astrologue de Charles V, poétesse, historienne, moraliste, Christine de Pizan serait « le premier auteur » de la littérature française. La Cité des Dames couronne son œuvre féministe. Profondément déprimée par la lecture d’une satire misogyne, l’auteure se lamente d’être née femme. Apparaissent alors pour la consoler trois envoyées de Dieu : Raison, Droiture et Justice. Avec leur aide, Christine de Pizan construira une cité imprenable où les femmes seront à l’abri des calomnies. Les pierres de ce bel édifice seront les femmes du passé, guerrières, artistes et savantes, amoureuses et saintes !L’argumentation surprend par sa modernité : Christine de Pizan y aborde le viol, l’égalité des sexes, l’accès des femmes au savoir… La Cité des Dames apparaît comme un ouvrage capital pour l’histoire des femmes et pour la pensée occidentale à l’aube des temps modernes.Traduction et introduction de Thérèse Moreau et Éric Hicks.

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Looking for a captivating book that will transport you to another era? Look no further than La Cité des dames by Christine de Pizan. This masterpiece of French literature is a must-read for anyone interested in feminism and the empowerment of women. Born in Venice in 1364, Christine de Pizan was not only a poet and historian but also a moralist ahead of her time. In La Cité des Dames, she constructs an impregnable city where women are protected from slander and misogyny. Join Christine on her journey as she unveils the stories of remarkable women throughout history - warriors, artists, scholars, lovers, and saints.

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Experience the depth and wisdom of Christine de Pizan's words with this exceptional translation by Thérèse Moreau and Éric Hicks. Their insightful introduction sets the stage for an enriching reading experience, allowing you to delve into the profound insights of one of the first feminist authors in French literature.

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