Medieval Conduct Literature

by Johnston, Mark D.; Krueger, Roberta L.; Ashley, Kathleen; Francomano, Emily C.

• ISBN13: 9780802098320
• ISBN10: 0802098320
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-10-15
• Publisher: Univ of Toronto Pr

Summary

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.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. vii
Introduction: Teach Your Children Well: Medieval Conduct Guides for Youths	p. ix
The French Enseignemenz a Phelippe and Enseignement a Ysabel of Saint Louis	p. 3
The Occitan Enssenhamen de l'escudier and Essenhamen de la donzela of Amanieu de Sescás	p. 23
The German Winsbecke, Winsbeckin, and Winsbecke Parodies (Selections)	p. 61
The Italian Reggimento e costumi di donna (selections) and Documenti d'amore (selections) of Francesco da Barberino	p. 127
The Gastilian Castigos del rey don Sancho (selections) and Castigos y dotrinas que un sabio dava a sus hijas	p. 185
The English How the Good Wijf Taughte Hir Doughtir and How the Wise Man Taught His Sonne	p. 285
Bibliography	p. 305
Index	p. 315
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