English Noblewomen in the Later Middle Ages
This vivid and pioneering study illuminates the different roles played in late medieval society by noblewomen - the most substantial group of women to survive as individuals in medieval documents. They emerge (despite limited political opportunities) as figures of consequence themselves in a landowning society through estate management in their husbands' frequent absences, and through hospitality, patronage and affinity.
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English Noblewomen in the Later Middle Ages
This vivid and pioneering study illuminates the different roles played in late medieval society by noblewomen - the most substantial group of women to survive as individuals in medieval documents. They emerge (despite limited political opportunities) as figures of consequence themselves in a landowning society through estate management in their husbands' frequent absences, and through hospitality, patronage and affinity.
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780582059658 |
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Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Publication date: | 11/16/1992 |
Series: | The Medieval World |
Edition description: | New Edition |
Pages: | 202 |
Product dimensions: | 5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d) |
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