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.
Reviews
Renate Blumenfeld-Kosinski and Earl Jeffrey Richards provide in this volume a smooth and readable translation of Othea's Letter to Hector by Christine de Pizan, accompanied by a well-written introduction at the right level and complexity for an audience of non-specialists.
-Daisy Delogu
Chair, Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, The University of Chicago
"Renate Blumenfeld-Kosinski and Earl Jeffrey Richards provide in this volume a smooth and readable translation of Othea's Letter to Hector by Christine de Pizan, accompanied by a well-written introduction at the right level and complexity for an audience of non-specialists."
-- Daisy Delogu, The University of Chicago



Book Information
ISBN 9780866985772
Author Christine De Pizan
Format Paperback
Page Count 182
Imprint Arizona Center for Medieval & Renaissance Studies,US
Publisher Arizona Center for Medieval & Renaissance Studies,US
Weight(grams) 324g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 155mm * 12mm