Medieval maidens

Young women and gender in England, 1270–1540

Paperback Engels 2003 9780719059643
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The first study on medieval women to treat young women or 'maidens' separately and at length. The book makes a contribution to gender studies through its study of medieval girls' acquisition of appropriate roles and identities, and their own attitudes towards these roles. Examines the experiences and voices of young womanhood. Provides insights into ideals of feminine gender roles and identities at different social levels.

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ISBN13:9780719059643
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Paperback
Aantal pagina's:264

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Inhoudsopgave

List of abbreviations
Note on texts
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Medieval youth, Constructing gender, Approach and sources
1. Attributes
Bodies, Minds, Exit Points, Perfect Age, Conclusion
2. Upbringing
Modes of learning, Teachers, Messages, Conclusion
3. Work
Noble service, Town and country, Conclusion
4. Sexualities
Sexual boundaries, Flirtation and fantasy, Conclusion
5. Voices
‘Send more clothes’, ‘Marry me’, ‘Ave Maria’, Restive voices, Conclusion
Bibliography
Index

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