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Quote by Charlotte Perkins Gilman

“It is the duty of youth to bring fresh new powers to bear on Social progress. Each generation of young people should be to the world like a vast reserve force to a tired army. They should life the world forward. That is what they are for.”

Quote by Charlotte Perkins Gilman

Work

The Forerunner

In this fictional narrative, the protagonist navigates a world where fate and predestination play pivotal roles, leading to a gripping tale of personal growth and the pursuit of a predetermined destiny. more

Author

Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Charlotte Perkins Gilman

Charlotte Perkins Gilman was an American novelist, social reformer, and feminist. Her works explored the status of women in society, family, and career, and had a profound impact on women's literature and social movements. more

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