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The Distaff Gospels (Les vangiles des Quenouilles), a fascinating fifteenthcentury collection of more than 250 popular beliefs, constitutes a kind of encyclopedia of late medieval womens wisdom. The womens beliefs and experiences are recounted within the narrative frame of traditional gatherings where women meet with their spindles and distaffs to spin. They share advice on such important matters as how to control errant husbands, how to predict the gender of future offspring, how to cure common diseases, and ways to deal with evil spirits, providing a rare look into the intimate lives of medieval peasant women.This edition includes a facingpage translation (the first in English since 1510) of the two Old French manuscripts of the text. The critical introduction discusses the literary context, textual history, and cultural significance of The Distaff Gospels, while the rich selection of appendices includes translations of the names of the women storytellers and excerpts from works by Giovanni Boccaccio, Jean de Meun, Franois Villon, and Christine de Pizan.
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- Q: What is 'The Distaff Gospels' about? A: 'The Distaff Gospels' is a fifteenth-century collection that showcases over 250 popular beliefs and experiences of medieval women, providing insights into their wisdom and daily lives.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition? A: The author of this edition is Madeleine Jeay, who provides a critical introduction and translation of the original manuscripts.
- Q: Is this edition a translation of the original text? A: Yes, this edition includes a facing-page translation of the two Old French manuscripts, marking the first English translation since 1510.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Distaff Gospels' is available in paperback binding, making it suitable for casual reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 325 pages, providing a comprehensive look at the content.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Can you describe the content of the introduction? A: The critical introduction discusses the literary context, textual history, and cultural significance of 'The Distaff Gospels', enriching the reader's understanding.
- Q: What are some themes covered in the book? A: Themes in 'The Distaff Gospels' include women's advice on managing family dynamics, predicting offspring gender, health remedies, and dealing with supernatural beliefs.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on January 1, 2006.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes appendices with translations of the names of women storytellers and excerpts from notable works by authors like Giovanni Boccaccio and Christine de Pizan.