The Book of the City of Ladies
Describe symbolism in The Book of the City of Ladies by Christine de Pizan
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In Section Two, Christine mentions Cato's claim that attractive women are like roses with thorns underneath, but Reason replies that the thorns are actually a symbol of their contrition and fear of doing wrong.
The Book of the City of Ladies