L'avision de Christine

Name: L'avision de Christine
Author: de Pisan Christine

By de Pisan Christine

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A dream-vision recounts the narrator's spirit leaving the body and witnessing an enormous anthropomorphic image tended by a crowned feminine shadow who shapes little molded figures, bakes them in the creature's mouth, and feeds them to sustain its insatiable appetite. The narrator is herself formed, swallowed, and nourished, then travels through the image's inner lands—mountains, forests, and rivers—to reach the court of a renowned princess whose fame draws supplicants. The work unfolds in three parts, moving from marvels of the visible world to an interrogation of popular opinion and finally to philosophical consolation about fame, virtue, and moral order.

About the Author

de Pisan Christine

Christine de Pisan was a medieval French poet and author, widely recognized as one of the first women to earn a living through writing. Born in Venice around 1364, she moved to France where she became a prominent figure in the literary circles of her time. De Pisan is best known for her works that explore themes of love, chivalry, and the role of women in society. Her notable book, "The Book of the Duke of True Lovers," reflects her deep understanding of courtly love and human emotion. Through her writings, she contributed significantly to the literary heritage of the Middle Ages, advocating for women's rights and education.