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Medieval Maidens: Young Women and Gender in England, 1270-1540

Medieval Maidens: Young Women and Gender in England, 1270-1540

Paperback

Series: Manchester Medieval Studies, Book 14

Medieval & Renaissance HistoryGeneral SociologyWomen's Studies

ISBN10: 071905964X
ISBN13: 9780719059643
Publisher: Manchester Univ Pr
Published: Mar 27 2003
Pages: 264
Weight: 0.73
Height: 0.80 Width: 6.38 Depth: 8.46
Language: English
The first study on medieval women to treat young women or 'maidens' separately and at length. The book makes a contribution to gender studies through its study of medieval girls' acquisition of appropriate roles and identities, and their own attitudes towards these roles. Examines the experiences and voices of young womanhood. Provides insights into ideals of feminine gender roles and identities at different social levels.

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