An Essay in Defence of the Female Sex: In Which Are Inserted the Characters of a Pedant, a Squire, a Beau, a Vertuoso, a Poetaster, a City-Critick, &c., in a Letter to a Lady (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Ments ours, only to lhew his own good Breeding and Parts. He le vels his Scandal at the whole Sex,and thinks us fulficiently fortified, if'out of the Story of Two Thoua fand Years he has been able to pick up a few Examples of Women illuftrious for their' Wit, Learning or Vertue, and Men infamous for the contrary though I think the mof't inveterate of our Enemies would have fpar'd him that labour, by granting that all Ages have pro duc'd Perfons famous or infamous of both Sexes; or they mni'c threw up all pretence to Modefiy, or.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book argues that women are as capable as men in terms of intellect and sound reason, despite societal biases to the contrary. The author contends that women's education and opportunities have been historically limited, leading to a false perception of inferiority. This engaging text delves into various arguments and perspectives, drawing upon historical, literary, and social contexts to support its claims. The author further examines how women's wit, wisdom, and contributions to society have often been undervalued or overlooked. Ultimately, this book challenges prevailing assumptions about gender and intelligence, inviting readers to reconsider the true potential and capabilities of women. 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 # 9781333242534_0
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