| Summary: | This scholarly work, edited by Mercedes Arriaga Flórez, focuses on the 'Querella de las Mujeres' through the lens of male voices, specifically examining the contributions of Alessandro Piccolomini. The book provides a critical bilingual edition and translation of Piccolomini's works, 'Oración en Alabanza de las Mujeres' and 'Oración Fúnebre por Aurelia Petrucci.' It highlights Piccolomini's role in the Renaissance cultural movement in Siena, particularly through the Academia de los Intronati, which advocated for women's intellectual capabilities and their inclusion in literary activities. The book is intended for an academic audience interested in gender studies, Renaissance literature, and cultural history, aiming to shed light on the historical discourse surrounding women's roles and rights.
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