Medieval maidens: Young women and gender in England, 1270-1540

by Kim Phillips, S. H. Rigby (Editor)

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780719059643
Publisher:	Manchester University Press
Publication date:	03/27/2003
Series:	Manchester Medieval Studies , #14
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	5.43(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.55(d)

About the Author

Kim M. Phillips is Senior Lecturer in History at the University of Auckland

Table of Contents

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