Saint Louis’ Letters of Instruction to His Son and Daughter
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Document Type
Book Chapter
Description
Chapter in Medieval Conduct Literature: An Anthology of Vernacular Guides to Behaviour for Youths with English Translations.
Conduct literature is a term used to identify writings that address how one should 'conduct' oneself in social situations. In the medieval period conduct literature was essential reading for nearly all literate children and adolescents to educate them in the expected social behaviours for their culture, gender, and status. Using a comparative approach, this anthology pairs together pieces of male-directed and female-directed medieval conduct literature, many being translated into English for the first time, to present an illuminating picture of medieval gender norms, parenting, literary style, and pedagogy. Containing texts written in six vernacular languages, each section is also accompanied by textual notes, an introduction, and an English translation. A fascinating examination of a diverse range of regions and cultures, Medieval Conduct Literature is a remarkable window into medieval life, customs, behaviour, and social expectations.
ISBN
9780802098320
Publication Date
2009
Publisher
University of Toronto Press
City
Toronto
Disciplines
English Language and Literature
Recommended Citation
Ashley, Kathleen. “Saint Louis’ letters of instruction to his son and daughter” (introduction, edition and translation) in Medieval Conduct Literature: An Anthology of Vernacular Guides to Behavior for Youth, with English Translations. Ed. Mark D. Johnston (Medieval Academy Books. Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 2009), pp. 3-22.
