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Category Description: Christine de Pisan, also known as Christine de Pizan. An Italian poet (1363 -1434) who, as a woman, challenged the misogyny and stereotypes of the male-dominated arts. She lived most of her life in France, and wrote in Middle French.

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Catholic Encyclopedia: Christine de Pisan - Contains biography of the historiographer and poetess from Venice during the Medieval era.
Genesis of Eden Diversity Encyclopedia - Features the work of Christine de Pisan entitled, “The Book of the City of Ladies.” Provides insights on the significance of women in the world.
Jeanne d'Arc: Ditie de Jehanne d'Arc - The last surviving work of Christine de Pisan, the Tale of Joan of Arc, in French with an English translation. Illustrated with a miniature from another of her works, Cité des Dames, 1405.
Other Women's Voices: Christine de Pizan - Contains background information regarding the author's works, which focus on the roles of women in the society. Also includes links to other resources.