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100 1 _aErasmus, Desiderius,
_d1469-1536
245 1 2 _aA Merry Dialogue Declaringe the Properties of Shrowde Shrews and Honest Wives
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-07
508 _aDavid Starner, Louise Hope, the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team and David Widger
520 _a"A Merry Dialogue Declaringe the Properties of Shrowde Shrews and Honest Wives" by Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam is a humorous discourse written in the mid-16th century, likely around the 1550s. This dialogue fits within the genre of social commentary and satire, exploring marital dynamics and the contrasting tendencies of wives characterized as either 'shrowde shrews' or 'honest wives.' The text likely aims to entertain while also providing insights into the expected behaviors and roles within a marriage, reflecting the social norms of its time. The narrative unfolds through the conversations of two women, Eulalia and Xantippa, who exchange their experiences and perspectives on marriage and their husbands. Eulalia offers counsel to Xantippa, who complains about her husband's behavior and perceived shortcomings. The dialogue touches on themes of patience, understanding, and the dynamics of power and submission within the marital relationship. Through anecdotes and humor, the text conveys the idea that wives can influence their husbands' behavior through gentleness and domestic care while highlighting the challenges they face. It culminates in a comedic yet pointed commentary on marriage, suggesting that the ability to navigate these complexities is crucial for a harmonious relationship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aImaginary conversations
653 _aDialogues, Latin (Medieval and modern) -- Translations into English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14282
999 _c55670
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