The Book of the City of Ladies and Other Writings (Hackett Classics)
In 'The Book of the City of Ladies and Other Writings,' Christine de Pizan builds a metaphorical city of exemplary women to refute prejudices against them. Drawing from diverse sources, she asserts women's virtues and societal value. This Hackett Classics edition preserves her influential medieval texts on philosophy, ethics, and gender.
About This Book
Christine de Pizan's 'The Book of the City of Ladies' is a foundational text in feminist literature, where she constructs an allegorical city populated by virtuous women from history and mythology to counter misogynistic views.
As part of the Hackett Classics series, this edition includes other writings by de Pizan that explore themes of ethics, governance, and the role of women in society.
De Pizan's arguments draw on reason, scripture, and classical authorities to affirm women's dignity and contributions, making her work a pioneering defense of gender equality.
The collection highlights her versatility as a writer, addressing poetry, prose, and political commentary in the context of 15th-century Europe.
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