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English Aristocratic Women, 14501550: Marriage And Family, Property And Careers
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Portraits Of Aristocratic Women From The Yorkist And Tudor Periods Reveal Elaborately Clothed And Bejeweled Nobility, Exemplars Of Their Families' Wealth. Unlike Their Male Counterparts, Their Sitters Have Not Been Judged For Their Professional Accomplishments. In This Groundbreaking Study, Barbara J. Harris Argues That The Roles Of Aristocratic Wives, Mothers, And Widows Constituted Careers For Women That Had As Much Public And Political Significance And Were As Crucial For The Survival And Prosperity Of Their Families And Class As Their Husband'S Careers. Women, Harris Demonstrates, Were Trained From An Early Age To Manage Their Families' Property And Households; Arrange The Marriages And Careers Of Their Children; Create, Sustain, And Exploit The Clientpatron Relationships That Were An Essential Element In Politics At The Regional And National Levels; And, Finally, Manage The Transmission And Distribution Of Property From One Generation To Another, Since Most Wives Outlived Their Husbands.English Aristocratic Women Unveils The Lives Of Noblewomen Whose Historical Influence Has Previously Been Dismissed, As Well As Those Who Became Favorites At The Court Of Henry Viii. Through Extensive Archival Research Of Documents Belonging To More Than Twelve Hundred Families, Harris Paints A Collective Portrait Of Upperclass Women Of This Period. By Recognizing The Full Significance Of The Aristocratic Women'S Careers, This Book Reinterprets The Politics And Gender Relations Of Early Modern England. Barbara J. Harris Is Professor Of History And Women'S Studies At The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill. Her Previous Works Include Edward Stafford, Third Duke Of Buckingham, 14781521.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'English Aristocratic Women, 1450-1550'? A: The book explores the roles and significance of aristocratic women during the Yorkist and Tudor periods, highlighting their contributions to marriage, family, property management, and political influence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what are her credentials? A: The author is Barbara J. Harris, a Professor of History and Women's Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, known for her extensive research on historical figures and gender relations.
- Q: What type of research was conducted for this book? A: The book is based on extensive archival research of documents from over twelve hundred families, providing a comprehensive view of the lives of upper-class women during this historical period.
- Q: How does this book reinterpret the careers of aristocratic women? A: It argues that the roles of wives, mothers, and widows were significant careers with public and political implications, essential for the prosperity and survival of their families.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include property management, marriage arrangements, client-patron relationships, and the transmission of wealth across generations, all framed within the context of gender relations in early modern England.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is well-researched and provides valuable insights for students and scholars interested in women's history, gender studies, and aristocratic life in England during the 15th and 16th centuries.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format with a total of 368 pages.
- Q: When was 'English Aristocratic Women, 1450-1550' published? A: The book was published on August 22, 2002.
- Q: What makes this book a groundbreaking study? A: It challenges the traditional narratives that overlook the contributions of women in aristocracy, providing a new perspective on their influence and importance in historical contexts.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for general readers interested in history? A: Yes, while it is academically rigorous, the compelling narratives and insights into women's lives during this era make it accessible and interesting for general readers as well.