The Nobility Of Woman

By Henry Cornelius Agrippa and Cornelius Agrippa

Book Overview

""The Nobility of Woman"" is a philosophical treatise written by Henry Cornelius Agrippa, a 16th-century German philosopher and occultist. The book explores the concept of the feminine ideal and the role of women in society, arguing that women possess a unique nobility and spiritual power that is often overlooked or undervalued. Agrippa draws on classical and biblical sources to support his arguments, examining the virtues of women such as chastity, piety, and humility. He also explores the ways in which women have been oppressed and marginalized throughout history, and calls for a revaluation of the feminine in order to create a more just and equitable society. Despite its focus on the nobility of women, the book has been criticized for its patriarchal assumptions and limited view of gender roles. However, it remains a significant work in the history of feminist thought and continues to be studied and debated by scholars today.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Philosophy of Natural Magic, by Henry Cornelius Agrippa. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591603.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162819839
• ISBN13: 9781162819839
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 22 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"