The City of Ladies - Softcover

Christine, De Pisan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0143037544 ISBN 13: 9780143037545

Publisher: Penguin Group USA, 2006

Synopsis

Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.

Pioneering female writer Christine de Pizan's spirited defence of her sex against medieval misogyny and literary stereotypes is now recognized as one of the most important books in the history of feminism, and offers a telling insight into the role of women in a man's world.

About this title

About the Author:

Christine de Pizan was one of the most remarkable and respected literary figures in the courts of medieval Europe - the more so for being the only female professional writer of her time.

About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin Group USA
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0143037544
• ISBN 13: 9780143037545
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 121