Christine de Pizan: Othea's Letter to Hector (Volume 521) (Medieval and Renaissance Texts and Studies)

Othea's Letter to Hector, one of Christine de Pizan's most popular works, is at the same time one of her most complex creations. Combining a somewhat Sibylline verse text based on a mythological figure with extensive citation of pagan sapiential authorities, the Bible, and the Church Fathers, it showcases Christine's extraordinary learning and her innovative approach to didacticism. An appendix provides new insights on her skillful use of patristic sources and creative command of Latin authors. Cover 1 Title Page 10 Contents 12 Introduction 14 Othea’s Letter to Hector 44 Appendix 144 Bibliography 168 Annotated Index of Proper Names and Places 178