As I read this I find myself comparing the text more and more to a comical version of Plato's Cave. Magdilia being female with knowledge of both Greek and Latin representing wisdom, and Antronius being male and skilled in the ways of the land (French, hunting, courtly things) representing a lack of knowledge. Magdalia is trying to "pull" Antronius out of the darkness, however with the twist of the french humor mixed in the story is quite comical.
Abbey
I love this image! I've been reading about/contemplating the cave since my first semester Intro to Philosophy class but I've ever heard it put quite like this. I really love this "version"!
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