La ruelle mal assortie by King of France consort of Henry IV Queen Marguerite

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Author Marguerite, Queen, consort of Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1615
Title La ruelle mal assortie
ou entretiens amoureux d'une dame éloquente avec un cavalier gascon plus beau de corps que d'esprit et qui a autant d'ignorance comme elle a de sçavoir
Note Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "La ruelle mal assortie" by King of France consort of Henry IV Queen Marguerite is a dialogue-driven work, likely written in the late 16th to early 17th century. The book depicts a conversation between a learned woman and a handsome but dimwitted Gascon cavalier, exploring themes of love, intellect, and the nuances of romance. Through their exchanges, it illuminates the disparities between physical beauty and intellectual depth, reflecting on the societal dynamics of the time. In "La ruelle mal assortie," the eloquent lady Uranie engages in witty banter with her cavalier, who is more focused on his appearance than on intellectual pursuits. The dialogue showcases Uranie's critiques of the cavalier's ignorance, as she challenges him to elevate his understanding of love beyond mere physical attraction. As their conversation unfolds, it serves to highlight the contrasting qualities of the two characters, with Uranie's sharp intellect and the cavalier's folly leading to humorous yet insightful revelations about their relationship and the nature of love itself. The work ultimately highlights the complexities of affection, blending humor with critical commentary on social and romantic expectations within their era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Marguerite, Queen, consort of Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1615
Subject Love
Category Text
EBook-No. 26351
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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