"The Book of the Duke of True Lovers" by Christine de Pisan is a medieval romance that explores the highs and lows of love through the experiences of a nobleman. The story begins with the Duke of True Lovers sharing his innermost feelings with the author, revealing his overwhelming emotions for a lady he met in his youth. As he grapples with admiration, vulnerability, and longing, he recounts the events that led to his intense love, openly expressing both the joy and anguish it brings. The narrative focuses on the duke's encounters with his beloved and the deep pain of unrequited affection, painting a picture of love's complexities and social obstacles in a medieval world.
The Book of the Duke of True Lovers
By de Pisan Christine
A prince pours out his heart about forbidden romance, revealing a story of intense longing, social barriers, and the roller coaster of emotions that come with loving someone who may not love you back.
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2011-07-14
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About the AuthorChristine de Pizan or Pisan, was an Italian-born French court writer for King Charles VI of France and several French royal dukes, in both prose and poetry.
Christine de Pizan or Pisan, was an Italian-born French court writer for King Charles VI of France and several French royal dukes, in both prose and poetry.
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