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Biography Questions: Dhuoda, Bernard, and William (ca. 840)

More Information: Dhuoda: Handbook for William: A Carolingian Woman's Counsel for Her Son, summary
Catholic Encyclopedia: Dhuoda

1.
How did Bernard violate feudalistic ideals about loyalty? What were the consequences of his actions for his family?
2.
What does Duoda's life indicate about the options available to women in the early medieval period? What were the limitations placed upon women?





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