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A New History of Nations Through the Medieval Women at the Heart of Them

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  • 480pagine
  • 17 ore di lettura

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From the bestselling author of FEMINA, this work offers a profound reappraisal of medieval women whose lives have been exploited for political purposes over centuries. Historian Professor Janina Ramirez uncovers how the identities of figures like Joan of Arc, Lady Godiva, and Isabella of Castile have been misrepresented and weaponized in the crafting of national identities. While their names are familiar and their achievements often recounted, their true stories have been distorted. Additionally, groundbreaking women from the 18th and 19th centuries, who played pivotal roles in revolutionary Europe, have been overlooked, their contributions dismissed. Ramirez challenges established narratives, seeking to reveal the real women behind the legends and questioning the definitions of nationhood and its builders. She highlights how history is frequently manipulated to serve contemporary ideological and political agendas. Praise for Ramirez includes accolades for her ability to illuminate the vibrant world of the so-called Dark Ages and her skillful interweaving of themes. Critics commend her passionate storytelling and advocacy for women often ignored in medieval history, as she brings to light the lives of those who ruled, fought, traded, and inspired. This work is deemed absolutely brilliant and highly recommended.

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Legenda, Janina Ramirez

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Pubblicato
2025
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Titolo
Legenda
Sottotitolo
A New History of Nations Through the Medieval Women at the Heart of Them
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2025
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
480
ISBN10
0753560429
ISBN13
9780753560426
Serie
Descrizione
From the bestselling author of FEMINA, this work offers a profound reappraisal of medieval women whose lives have been exploited for political purposes over centuries. Historian Professor Janina Ramirez uncovers how the identities of figures like Joan of Arc, Lady Godiva, and Isabella of Castile have been misrepresented and weaponized in the crafting of national identities. While their names are familiar and their achievements often recounted, their true stories have been distorted. Additionally, groundbreaking women from the 18th and 19th centuries, who played pivotal roles in revolutionary Europe, have been overlooked, their contributions dismissed. Ramirez challenges established narratives, seeking to reveal the real women behind the legends and questioning the definitions of nationhood and its builders. She highlights how history is frequently manipulated to serve contemporary ideological and political agendas. Praise for Ramirez includes accolades for her ability to illuminate the vibrant world of the so-called Dark Ages and her skillful interweaving of themes. Critics commend her passionate storytelling and advocacy for women often ignored in medieval history, as she brings to light the lives of those who ruled, fought, traded, and inspired. This work is deemed absolutely brilliant and highly recommended.