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A Vindication of the Rights of Woman by Mary Wollstonecraft
A Vindication of the Rights of Woman by Mary Wollstonecraft
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213 pages, Hardcover
21cm x 14cm
Condition: LIKE NEW: This book is almost as new, with no damage nor defects
Goodreads Rating: 3.91 * 25,121 ratings * 1,381 reviews
Genres: Nonfiction * Feminism * Classics * Philosophy * History * Politics
An authoritative text that sparked a revolution in feminist philosophy, "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman: with Strictures on Political and Moral Subjects" (1792) by the brilliant Mary Wollstonecraft, stands as a powerful testament to the fight for gender equality. In a time when women were denied education and treated as mere ornaments, Wollstonecraft boldly declared that women deserve the same fundamental rights as men.
Inspired by the oppressive views of her time, Wollstonecraft penned her manifesto in response to a report that suggested women should only receive a domestic education. With fiery passion, she condemned the double standards that held women back and called out men for perpetuating harmful stereotypes. Despite facing criticism and backlash, Wollstonecraft fearlessly championed the cause of women's rights.
While some may argue over the exact nature of Wollstonecraft's beliefs on equality, there is no denying the impact of her groundbreaking work. Her words continue to inspire generations of feminists, challenging societal norms and pushing for progress. Mary Wollstonecraft may have left this world too soon, but her legacy lives on in the fight for gender equality.
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