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""The Book of the Knight of La Tour Landry"" is a classic 14th-century conduct book written by the French knight Geoffroy de la Tour Landry for the moral and social instruction of his daughters. This influential work of medieval literature offers a unique window into the domestic life, religious values, and social expectations of the knightly class. Through a collection of stories, biblical parables, and historical examples, the author provides guidance on virtues such as piety, modesty, and obedience, while warning against the pitfalls of vanity and pride. The text is an essential primary source for understanding the didactic traditions of the Middle Ages and the evolution of social etiquette. Its blend of cautionary tales and exemplary narratives highlights the cultural framework that governed the upbringing of noblewomen during this period. Edited to preserve the instructional intent and historical integrity of the original, this work provides valuable insights into the ethical landscape of the 1300s. ""The Book of the Knight of La Tour Landry"" remains a significant historical document and a compelling exploration of parental devotion and medieval morality. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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