“Feminism, like Boston, is a state of mind. It is the state of mind of women who realize that their whole position in the social order is antiquated, as a woman cooking over an open fire with heavy iron pots would know that her entire housekeeping was out of date.”
This book delves into the personal and emotional journey of a woman reaching the midpoint of her life, reflecting on her past, present, and future. more
Rheta Childe Dorr was an influential American journalist recognized for her significant contributions to the women's rights movement and the Progressive Era. Born on November 2, 1866, she gained prominence during the Progressive Era, advocating for women's suffrage and labor reforms. Dorr's work was characterized by its boldness and its ability to reach a wide audience, making her a prominent figure in the field of journalism. more
“What men deny is not God, but some preposterous idol of the imagination.”
“A sense of justice is a noble fancy.”
“A dead father's counsel, a wise son heedeth.”
“A woman's honor rests on manly love.”
“While beauty made its own rules, it also created its own problems and disappointments.”
“There never was found a man who had courage to acknowledge himself a coward.”