“We all agree that its fit to be as Happy as we can, and we need no Instructor to teach us this Knowledge, 'tis born with us, and is inseparable from our Being, but we very much need to be Inform'd what is the true Way to Happiness.”
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A Serious Proposal to the Ladies
This book is a satirical examination of the roles and expectations placed upon women during the 18th century. It offers a humorous and critical perspective on the social and cultural constraints faced by women of the time. more
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Mary Astell
Mary Astell, born on November 12, 1666 and died on May 11, 1731, was an English writer and philosopher during the Enlightenment era. Known for her feminist ideas, she wrote extensively on issues such as women's education, religious faith, and moral philosophy, which had a profound impact on the feminist movement. more
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