The Book of the City of Ladies by Christine de Pizan

The Book of the City of Ladies

Christine de Pizan with Earl Jeffrey Richards (Translator)

282 pages • first pub 1405 (editions)

fiction classics feminism historical challenging informative inspiring slow-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who appreciate early feminist thought and allegorical storytelling that challenges societal norms through historical examples of women's achievements.

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In dialogues with three celestial ladies, Reason, Rectitude, and Justice, Christine de Pizan (1365-ca. 1429) builds an allegorical fortified city for women using examples of the important contributions women have made to Western Civilization and a...

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3.71
based on 716 reviews

Moods

informative: 71%

reflective: 65%

inspiring: 48%

challenging: 42%

funny: 11%

sad: 9%

dark: 7%

adventurous: 5%

hopeful: 5%

emotional: 1%

lighthearted: 1%

Pace

9% of readers chose fast
31% of readers chose medium
59% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

13% of readers chose Plot
3% of readers chose A mix
31% of readers chose Character
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Strong character development?

10% of readers chose Yes
13% of readers chose Complicated
36% of readers chose No
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Loveable characters?

20% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
13% of readers chose No
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Diverse cast of characters?

27% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
41% of readers chose No
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

14% of readers chose Yes
11% of readers chose Complicated
37% of readers chose No
37% of readers chose N/A
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