Women of the Romance Countries (Illustrated) by John R. Effinger
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"Woman of the Romance Countries" by John R. Effinger is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The volume outlines the significant roles and influences of women in Italy and Spain, particularly during medieval times. The book seeks to narrate their respective societal positions, which were often overshadowed by the patriarchal structures of their respective cultures. The opening of the book sets the stage for an analysis of women's evolving
roles, beginning with a focus on Italian women in the 11th century, including the Countess Matilda of Tuscany. It portrays a time marked by ignorance and the subjugation of women under feudal laws, highlighting the struggle for recognition and rights. The author introduces Matilda as a pivotal figure who, despite the oppressive norms of her era, becomes a powerful leader, influencing the papacy and demonstrating remarkable intelligence and strength. Other contexts include societal attitudes toward marriage, education, and the conditions faced by women of different classes, ultimately illustrating the complex reality of women's lives during this historical period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Effinger, John R. (John Robert), 1869-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Women of the Romance Countries (Illustrated) Woman: In all ages and in all countries Vol. 6 (of 10) |
| Credits | Produced by Rénald Lévesque |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Women -- Italy -- History |
| Subject | Women -- Spain -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32713 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32713-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 495 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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