The Book of the Body Politic (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought)

About this book

This is the first translation into modern English of Christine de Pizans major political work The Book of the Body Politic (c. 1407). Written during the Hundred Years War by Frances first female professional writer it discusses the education and behavior appropriate for princes nobility and common people so that all classes can understand their responsibilities toward society as a whole. The product of a time of unrest and disorder the book provides a fascinating view of politics from the perspective of an educated woman.