Summary:
This essay explores and evaluates Georges Duby's interpretations of "The Letters of Abelard & Heloise".
The relationship between Abelard and Heloise is to this day regarded as one of the great romances of history. Their romance has been categorized with that of Dante & Beatrice and even Romeo & Juliet. Due to their captivating romance many historians and scholars alike have deeply studied the true essence of Abelard and Heloise's relationship. Some agree that their relationship was a true love romance; while others argue that their marriage was doomed from the moment they said 'I do'. As well, there are some who believe Heloise was truly a victim and was taken advantage of by the one who should have loved her the most.
Georges Duby is one historian who has taken the time to examine the lives of prominent twelfth century women and popular female literary figures of that time. He.....
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