Here we'll explore how medieval misogyny informs modern philosophy while uncovering the feminisms of the Middle Ages. No longer will the women of the Middle Ages be erased, minimized, or villainized.
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The Nature of Man
“This should be told everywhere, for it is worthy of memory and of being written down—no matter who may be displeased—in chronicles and history books!” - Le Ditié de Jehanne d’Arc, Christine de Pizan
Writer’s note: This essay is the...
“Is it nature that makes them do this?”
The Book of the City of Ladies (1405): Close Reading 1.1-1.10
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An Introduction to The Book of the City of Ladies (1405) by Christine de Pizan
“Christine de Pizan (c.1364-1430) was France’s first professional woman of letters.
“Christine de Pizan (c.1364-1430) was France’s first professional woman of letters. Her pioneering Book of the City of Ladies begins when, feeling frustrat...
Presupposing Patriarchy: History as Terrorism
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This essay was originally published 7/31/2025
CW - This essay discuss...
An invitation to close read The Book of The City of Ladies (1405) by Christine de Pizan
Writer’s note: I have been immensely inspired to host my own close/slow read by some of my favorite newsletters on this platform. From the OG substack slow-reader, over at Footnotes & Tangents, to the close read queens at Closely Re...
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Feminism isn't new, only the language frameworks around it are. History, by and large, has been written by men, for men, to promote adherence to the patriarchy. It's time to disrupt that. By: Kate Wagner [email protected]
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