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Whether mystic or realist, Hildegard of Bingen leaves a legacy rich in visionary and practical writing, music, and correspondence.

In medieval times, women of all social classes joined nunneries. For many, these religious communities provided one of the few chances for a woman to exercise leadership.

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Alessandro Botticelli depicts the pagan goddess of love - Venus - as the harbinger of spring and owes his inspiration to the Classical ideals of ancient Greek art.

Kings, knights in shining armor, noblemen, and castles all mean medieval times. Kids love to learn about the adventures of this period of time in history.

A medieval castle was essentially a masculine environment. Women were present, but only in small numbers and usually comprised the lady and her attendants and servants.