A Vindication of the Rights of Woman: With Strictures on Political and Moral Subjects

by Mary Wollstonecraft

Overview

A Vindication of the Rights of Woman" by Mary Wollstonecraft, published in 1792, is a foundational feminist text that argues for the education and equal treatment of women. Wollstonecraft challenges the societal norms that confine women to domestic roles, advocating for women to be seen as rational beings capable of contributing meaningfully to society. The book calls for women to have the same opportunities as men, particularly in education, and criticizes the idea that women's primary goal should be to please men. It is a passionate plea for gender equality and remains a significant work in the history of feminist thought.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798331454791
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	08/13/2024
Pages:	220
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.46(d)

About the Author

Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797) was a British writer, philosopher, and pioneering feminist. Best known for her groundbreaking work, "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman" (1792), she argued for the education and equality of women, challenging the social norms of her time. Wollstonecraft's writings laid the foundation for modern feminist thought. She led an unconventional life for her era, advocating for women's independence both intellectually and socially. Wollstonecraft passed away shortly after giving birth to her daughter, Mary Shelley, who would go on to write "Frankenstein." Her legacy endures as a key figure in the history of women's rights.