Poet, Mystic, Widow, Wife : The Extraordinary Lives of Medieval Women by Hetta Howes 9781399408738

Poet, Mystic, Widow, Wife : The Extraordinary Lives of Medieval Women
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Poet, Mystic, Widow, Wife: The Extraordinary Lives of Medieval Women by Hetta Howes offers an enthralling exploration into the lives of women who played pivotal roles in medieval history yet have often been overlooked. This groundbreaking work presents a vivid portrayal of four remarkable figures—Marie de France, Julian of Norwich, Christine de Pizan, and Margery Kempe—whose voices resonate through time.

Diving deep into the intricacies of medieval life, Howes reveals a world where women were not merely silent victims of their circumstances. Instead, they were poets, mystics, widows, and wives who challenged societal norms and forged their paths. Despite the scarcity of written records, these extraordinary women provided profound insights into their experiences, defying the misogynistic boundaries of their era.

  • Brilliantly researched: Howes meticulously examines historical contexts, breathing life into each character's story.
  • Challenging assumptions: The book reveals the emotional depth and independence that medieval women could achieve.
  • A fresh perspective: It highlights how women addressed complex issues such as sex, death, and spirituality.
  • A spirited exploration: This narrative not only recounts history but celebrates the resilience and ambition of women.

Praised for its engaging storytelling and insightful revelations, Poet, Mystic, Widow, Wife is more than just a historical account; it’s a celebration of female endeavor. Howes' work invites readers to reimagine the contributions of women in medieval Europe, illuminating the aspects of life that history often neglected.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781399408738
Author: Hetta Howes
Format: Hardback
Imprint: Bloomsbury Continuum
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Dimensions: 241 x 162 x 31 mm
Publication Date: 24 October, 2024
Pagination: 320 pages, 16 pages of colour images
Weight: 544g
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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