The Book of the City of Ladies

Autori

• Christine de Pizan

Parametri

• 348 pagine
• 13 ore di lettura

• Narrativa
• Saggistica
• Scienze sociali
• Tema stórico
• Tematica filosofica

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Through allegorical dialogues with celestial figures, Christine de Pizan constructs a fortified city for women, showcasing their significant contributions to Western Civilization. She argues for women's intellectual and moral equality to men, emphasizing their rightful place in society. This work, translated by Earl Jeffrey Richards, is widely recognized and used in prestigious American colleges and universities, highlighting its enduring relevance and impact on discussions of gender equality.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1998

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