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“Fathers like to have children good-natured, well-behaved, and comfortable, but how to put them in that desirable condition is out of their philosophy.”

Quote by Ernestine Rose

Book:Mistress of herself: speeches and letters of Ernestine L. Rose, early women's rights leader

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Mistress of herself: speeches and letters of Ernestine L. Rose, early women's rights leader

The book offers a glimpse into the life and thoughts of Ernestine L. Rose, highlighting her contributions to the women's rights movement through her persuasive speeches and personal correspondence. more

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Ernestine Rose was a prominent abolitionist and feminist from Poland. Born on January 13, 1810, in Warsaw, she dedicated her life to the fight against slavery and for women's rights. Rose was a key figure in the abolitionist movement in the United States and Europe, and her efforts contributed significantly to the advancement of these causes. more

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