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A Vindication of the Rights of Woman

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Mary Wollstonecraft's A Vindication of the Rights of Woman is a pioneering work in feminist philosophy. The book argues for the equality of women, particularly in the fields of education and social roles, challenging the traditional views of women's inferiority. It advocates for rational thinking and the empowerment of women to achieve their full potential.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in early feminist thought, examining the social and educational inequalities between men and women. It offers powerful arguments advocating for women's rights that remain relevant today, blending intellectual rigour with passionate advocacy.

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A Vindication of the Rights of Woman

First published in 1792, Wollstonecraft's book attacked the prevailing view of docile, decorative femininity and laid out the principles of emancipation - an equal education for girls and boys, an end to prejudice, and for women to become defined by their profession, not their partner.

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A Vindication of the Rights of Woman is a pioneering work that laid the groundwork for modern feminism and the enduring struggle for gender equality. Written in 1792 by the trailblazing philosopher and advocate Mary Wollstonecraft, this seminal treatise is a compelling call to arms for the emancipation and education of women.

In an era marked by the revolutionary fervour sweeping through America and France, Wollstonecraft's bold and impassioned manifesto broke away from the conventional perceptions of women as mere ornaments confined to the domestic sphere. Through her incisive arguments, she challenges the prevailing norms that relegated women to roles of subservience, centred solely on beauty and obedience.

Wollstonecraft's visionary text advocates for profound societal changes, most notably for the implementation of equal education for both girls and boys. She contends that education is paramount in empowering women and allowing them to develop their rational and intellectual faculties, thus enabling them to contribute meaningfully to society. Furthermore, she calls for an end to gender-based prejudices and promotes the idea that women should be defined by their individual achievements and professional pursuits rather than their relationships with men.

The publication of A Vindication of the Rights of Woman stirred a whirlwind of controversy and mixed reactions in its time. Mary Wollstonecraft's fearless outspokenness earned both admiration and disdain; while some hailed her as a revolutionary thinker, others, like Horace Walpole, infamously scorned her as 'a hyena in petticoats'. Despite the polarized reception, this work established Wollstonecraft as a central figure in the feminist movement, cementing her legacy as the mother of modern feminism.

This inspirational book continues to resonate with readers today, offering insightful perspectives on the enduring issues of gender inequality and the pursuit of justice and equality for all. A Vindication of the Rights of Woman remains an indispensable text for anyone interested in the history of feminist thought and the ongoing journey towards gender parity.

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A Vindication of the Rights of Woman has been praised for Mary Wollstonecraft's influential voice, which resonates with contemporary discussions on gender equality. Her ideas have had a lasting impact on feminist thought and continue to inspire.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141441252

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 October 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Miriam Brody
  • Edited by Miriam Brody

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 281g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Mary Wollstonecraft (Author) Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-97) was a writer and founding feminist philosopher. A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792) is her most famous work, but she also wrote novels, treatises and a history of the French Revolution, many of whose events she witnessed first-hand in Paris. She died eleven days after giving birth to her daughter, Mary Shelley. Miriam Brody (External Editor, Introducer) Miriam Brody is a professor in the Writing Program at Ithaca College, New York.

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