Women's Roles in the Middle AgesInformation about women in this truly fascinating period from 500 to 1500 is in great demand and has been a challenge for historians to uncover. Bardsley has mined a wide range of primary sources, from noblewomen's writing, court rolls, chivalric literature, laws and legal documents, to archeology and artwork. This fresh survey provides readers with an excellent understanding of how women high and low fared in terms of religion, work, family, law, culture, and politics and public life. Even though medieval women were divided by social class, religion, age, marital status, place and period, they were all subject to an overarching patriarchal structure and sometimes could transcend their inferior status. Numerous examples of these exceptional women and their words are included. |
From inside the book
Results 1-3 of 33
... give clues as to what was involved in running a household : Eleanor had to arrange for stabling of new foals , purchase , repair and greasing of carts , purchase of wine , shoes , and clothing , medical care for members of her household ...
... give her son advice . As she tells William , " My son , my firstborn son - you will have other teachers to present ... gives the more practical reasons : men who become too friendly , she warns , will vie for a woman's affection and make ...
... give them a drink of the good Ger- man beer which I have sent in advance ... At the first meeting it is important to create a friendly atmosphere . If Sir Ogmund or somebody else invites you to be his guest , you should eat with them ...
Contents
Women and Religion | 27 |
Women and Work | 59 |
Women and the Family | 91 |
Copyright | |
5 other sections not shown