Les évangiles des quenouilles by Fouquart, Duval, and Jean
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About this eBook
| Author | Fouquart, de Cambray, maistre |
|---|---|
| Author | Duval, Antoine |
| Author | Jean, d'Arras, active 14th century |
| Editor | Mansion, Colard, active 15th century |
| Title | Les évangiles des quenouilles |
| Note | Attributed to Fouquart de Cambray, Antoine du Val and Jean d'Arras. |
| Note | en.wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Distaff_Gospels |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | fr.wikipedia: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Les_%C3%89vangiles_des_quenouilles |
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| Summary | "Les évangiles des quenouilles" by Fouquart, Duval, and Jean is a collection of literary works probably written in the late Middle Ages. The text serves as a compendium of sayings, advice, and reflections presented in a whimsical and often humorous format, focusing on the wisdom and experiences of women as they navigate love, marriage, and domestic life. The book gives voice to various female characters, likely representing the collective experiences of women in that era. At the start of the narrative, the author recounts a gathering of wise women who have come together to discuss and record their insights—what they call the "euvangiles des quenouilles." The lively exchange covers numerous chapters, filled with practical wisdom, social commentary, and mystical beliefs relating to love, family life, and various aspects of human behavior. The women share personal anecdotes, humorous observations, and folkloric traditions, creating a tapestry of knowledge that reflects both their unique perspectives and broader societal norms. These discussions illustrate their understanding of gender dynamics and the importance of female solidarity in a patriarchal world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Women -- Humor |
| Subject | Folklore -- France |
| Subject | Superstition -- France |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58467 |
| Release Date | Dec 13, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 216 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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