Agnes d'Harcourt
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Agnes d'Harcourt (died 1291) was an author and the abbess of the Abbey of Longchamp.
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Agnes d'Harcourt | |
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Died | 1291 |
Occupation(s) | Nun and writer |
Notable work | The Life of Isabelle of France |
Title | Abbess of Abbey of Longchamp |
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d'Harcourt became a nun and joined the convent at Longchamp in 1260, serving alongside the abbey's founder, Isabelle of France. During her time at Longchamp d'Harcourt was appointed abbess, and she remained at the abbey as a nun until her death. While serving as abbess, d'Harcourt wrote Life of Isabella, the biography of her friend, colleague, and eventual saint, Isabelle. The book is considered one of the "most valuable works of the early French writer."[1]