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Fiction in the Archives: Pardon Tales and Their Tellers in SixteenthCentury France,Used
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To receive a royal pardon in sixteenthcentury France for certain kinds of homicideunpremeditated, unintended, in selfdefense, or otherwise excusablea supplicant had to tell the king a story. These stories took the form of letters of remission, documents narrated to royal notaries by admitted offenders who, in effect, stated their case for pardon to the king. Thousands of such stories are found in French archives, providing precious evidence of the narrative skills and interpretive schemes of peasants and artisans as well as the wellborn.This book, by one of the most acclaimed historians of our time, is a pioneering effort to us the tools of literary analysis to interpret archival texts: to show how people from different stations in life shaped the events of a crime into a story, and to compare their stories with those told by Renaissance authors not intended to judge the truth or falsity of the pardon narratives, but rather to refer to the techniques for crafting stories.A number of fascinating crime stories, often possessing Rabelaisian humor, are told in the course of the book, which consists of three long chapters. These chapters explore the French law of homicide, depictions of 'hot anger' and selfdefense, and the distinctive characteristics of women's stories of bloodshed.The book is illustrated with seven contemporary woodcuts and a facsimile of a letter of remission, with appendixes providing several other original documents. This volume is based on the Harry Camp Memorial Lectures given at Stanford University in 1986.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Fiction in the Archives: Pardon Tales and Their Tellers in Sixteenth-Century France' about? A: This book explores how individuals in sixteenth-century France told stories to receive royal pardons for homicide. It analyzes letters of remission and showcases the narrative skills of various social classes, comparing their accounts to Renaissance literature.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Natalie Davis, an acclaimed historian known for her innovative approaches to historical narrative and analysis.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is classified as a used book in good condition, ensuring it is still readable and valuable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 217 pages of content, providing a thorough exploration of its themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it both lightweight and portable.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on May 1, 1990.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as French law concerning homicide, the concept of self-defense, and the unique storytelling methods used by women in recounting violent events.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book includes seven contemporary woodcuts and a facsimile of a letter of remission, enhancing the reader's understanding of the historical context.
- Q: Is there any additional content in the book? A: The book features appendixes that provide several original documents related to the themes discussed.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the first edition of 'Fiction in the Archives: Pardon Tales and Their Tellers in Sixteenth-Century France'.