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This book offers a deep dive into the concepts surrounding separate spheres of men and women and their roles in the world. Widely regarded as one of the great intellectual figures in American history, the author challenges the idea that the intellectual and moral superiority of men limits the usefulness of women in the public sphere. Throughout the book, the author critiques the patriarchal society that has relegated women to the 'sphere of domesticity' while men have the exclusive right to the 'sphere of intellect', arguing that there is no fundamental difference in the intellectual capacities of men and women. The author's challenge to deeply rooted tradition reaches far beyond gender studies. It is a robust examination of 19th century American society, exploring essential issues of education, employment, and politics. Delving into the work of the early pioneers of women's rights and abolitionism, the author deftly connects the fight for equality for women with the fight to end slavery. The question of whether women should be granted additional rights and privileges outside of the home cannot be separated from the broader struggle for human rights, and the author's insights into the nature of equality make this book an essential read for students of history, sociology, and gender studies.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a deep dive into the concepts surrounding separate spheres of men and women and their roles in the world. Widely regarded as one of the great intellectual figures in American history, the author challenges the idea that the intellectual and moral superiority of men limits the usefulness of women in the public sphere. Throughout the book, the author critiques the patriarchal society that has relegated women to the 'sphere of domesticity' while men have the exclusive right to the 'sphere of intellect', arguing that there is no fundamental difference in the intellectual capacities of men and women. The author's challenge to deeply rooted tradition reaches far beyond gender studies. It is a robust examination of 19th century American society, exploring essential issues of education, employment, and politics. Delving into the work of the early pioneers of women's rights and abolitionism, the author deftly connects the fight for equality for women with the fight to end slavery. The question of whether women should be granted additional rights and privileges outside of the home cannot be separated from the broader struggle for human rights, and the author's insights into the nature of equality make this book an essential read for students of history, sociology, and gender studies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333682170_0
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