The Rhetoric Volume 1 | Page 4

Pizan's novels speak to empower women.

The Book of The City of Ladies, 1404-1405

Christine de Pizan writes to speak up for women and how they can survive in a world dominated by men. She writes about womans equality and womans sufferage. She brings attention to the many roles women play in every day life. She writes about such issues women face such as their ability to support themselves and their families without the help of man.