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Georgian Feminists: Ten 18th Century Women Ahead of Their Time

Georgian Feminists: Ten 18th Century Women Ahead of Their Time

Wilson, Rebecca Sophia Katherine

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ISBN10: 139906925X
ISBN13: 9781399069250
Publisher: Pen and Sword History
Published: Apr 28 2025
Pages: 268
Weight: 1.01
Height: 1.26 Width: 6.06 Depth: 9.29
Language: English
Highlights ten extraordinary Georgian women who defied societal norms, challenging patriarchy and shaping history with their trailblazing contributions.

For centuries women's history has been dismissed, or ignored entirely. Women make up half of society, and yet few pages have been written about women's history, their lives, and contributions. It is time to redress this imbalance and recognize the significant involvement and impact women have had throughout history.

Enter the Georgian period, hailed as the Age of Enlightenment. Amidst a backdrop of cultural blossoming, intellectual fervour, and the whirlwind of the Industrial Revolution, society underwent seismic shifts politically, socially, and technologically. However, for women, the landscape remained largely unchanged; the expectations of domesticity, marriage, and motherhood persisted as steadfast norms.

Embarking on a journey through diverse backgrounds, from aristocracy to enslavement, this book introduces ten remarkable women who defied societal norms during the Georgian period. Among them are political activists, social reformers, a literary luminary, a pioneer in palaeontology, and a mathematical prodigy. These trailblazers dared to pursue careers, passions, and lifestyles deemed scandalous by societal standards, challenging the status quo and carving out paths of empowerment in a world reluctant to grant them their due recognition. Each embodies the spirit of feminism, resisting the grip of patriarchy and leaving an indelible mark on history.

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