Publisher's Synopsis
""Women of the Renaissance: A Study in Feminism"" by R. de Maulde la Claviere is a comprehensive exploration of the role of women during the Renaissance period in Europe. The book delves into the lives of notable women from the era, including queens, noblewomen, artists, and writers, to examine how they navigated the patriarchal society of the time.The author analyzes the ways in which women were able to exert influence and power despite the limitations placed upon them by societal norms. He also explores the emergence of feminist ideas during the Renaissance and how they were expressed in literature and art.The book provides a detailed account of the lives of Renaissance women, including their education, relationships, and contributions to society. It also examines the challenges they faced, such as limited access to education and opportunities for professional advancement.Overall, ""Women of the Renaissance"" is a fascinating and informative study of the role of women in one of the most important periods of European history. It sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of women during a time of great change and provides valuable insights into the history of feminism.1900. A history of early European feminism and resistance to it, with heroic tales of women, in general and in particular, of the Renaissance. Contents: Preamble; Introduction; Book I. Family life (marriage, married woman, children, education of girls, husband and the various ways of slipping his yoke); Book II. Social life (philosophy of life, science of Platonism, mission of beauty, embroidery of life, intellectual resources, conversation); Book III. Influence of women (political influence, moral influence, intellectual influence, religious influence); Conclusion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
