Oeuvres poétiques Tome 2 by de Pisan Christine
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Christine, de Pisan, 1364?-1431?
French
"Oeuvres poétiques Tome 2" by Christine de Pisan is a collection of significant poetic works written during the early 15th century. This volume includes various pieces that delve into themes of love, gender, and morality, showcasing the author's spirited defense of women against the conventions and criticisms of her time. At the start of the work, ...
craft from shorter pieces to more profound explorations of poetic themes. The opening piece, "Épitre au Dieu d'Amours," presents a compelling plea from women to Cupid, lamenting the treachery of disloyal men. Christine adopts a satirical tone, using the guise of a formal letter to attack prevailing misogynistic attitudes and to send a clear message about women's worth and honor. She critiques false representations of women while advocating for a nuanced understanding of female fidelity, positioning herself as both an advocate for the fair treatment of women and a notable voice in the literary debate of her era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Andrew Perez
2 months agoIt took me a while to start, but the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Worth every second of your time.
Noah Rivera
1 week agoIn my opinion, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Jessica Robinson
5 months agoAt first glance, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. It was exactly what I needed right now.
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Richard Scott
1 month agoIt took me a while to start, but the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. It was exactly what I needed right now.