From Vindication To Persuasion
Here are some musings on Mary Wollstonecraft, who was a pioneering writer and advocate for women's rights. Her works, particularly A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, laid the groundwork for modern feminism. Her critiques on education, gender roles, and marriage resonate in the novels of Jane Austen, highlighting strong, intelligent heroines who challenge societal norms and pursue personal agency.
Essays on Race and Racism in Jane Austen World
Read essays from BIPOC creators about the history of racism and microaggressions in historical literature as well as the lasting legacy this history has left for today.
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