{"title":"Marguerite De Navarre","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarguerite de Navarre, an illustrious figure of the French Renaissance, is celebrated not only for her royal lineage but also for her literary prowess. As the sister of King Francis I of France and the Queen of Navarre, she played a pivotal role in the cultural and political life of her era. Her most renowned work, \u003cem\u003eThe Heptameron\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases her keen insight into human nature and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Heptameron\u003c\/em\u003e is a captivating collection of tales, reminiscent of \u003cem\u003eThe Decameron\u003c\/em\u003e by Boccaccio. This engaging work reflects Marguerite's astute understanding of human behaviour and the moral complexities of her time. Filled with wit and wisdom, each story offers a unique glimpse into the lives and loves of 16th-century society, skillfully blending themes of romance, humour, and ethical conundrums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarguerite de Navarre's contributions to literature are significant not only for their narrative sophistication but also for their ability to navigate and subtly critique the social issues of her day. Her writing continues to delight and engage readers, offering a timeless exploration of the human experience. Dive into this remarkable collection and discover why Marguerite de Navarre remains a cherished author in classic literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-heptameron-by-marguerite-de-navarre-9780140443554","title":"The Heptameron","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fascinating and witty collection of stories, giving great insight into sixteenth-century France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the early 1500s, five men and five women find themselves trapped by floods and compelled to take refuge in an abbey high in the Pyrenees. When told they must wait days for a bridge to be repaired, they are inspired—by recalling Boccaccio's \u003cem\u003eDecameron\u003c\/em\u003e—to pass the time in a cultured manner by each telling a story every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stories, however, soon degenerate into a verbal battle between the sexes, as the characters weave tales of corrupt friars, adulterous noblemen, and deceitful wives. From the cynical Saffredent to the young idealist Dagoucin or the moderate Parlamente—believed to express De Navarre's own views—\u003cem\u003eThe Heptameron\u003c\/em\u003e provides a fascinating insight into the minds and passions of the nobility of sixteenth-century France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072739361004,"sku":"9780140443554","price":58.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5d1a7e50ca8b3136d2c63c2de223a807.jpg?v=1765187178"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/marguerite-de-navarre.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}