“I considered myself most unfortunate because God had made me inhabit a female body in this world”
Quote by Christine de Pizan
Work
The Book of the City of Ladies
This book is a seminal work in the history of feminist thought, presenting an allegorical city as a utopia for women. It was written by Christine de Pizan during the late Middle Ages and is considered a foundational text in the development of women's rights and gender studies. more
Author
Christine de Pizan
Christine de Pizan was a renowned French author, considered one of the most outstanding female writers of the Middle Ages. Born in 1364 and died in 1430, her works covered various fields, including philosophy, history, and literature. more
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