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Child, Lydia Maria
1802
1880
Child, Lydia Maria Francis
Francis, Lydia Maria
Child, L. Maria (Lydia Maria)
Child, D. L., Mrs.
Child, Mrs. D. L.
Child, Mrs. David Lee
Child, David Lee, Mrs.
The history of the condition of women, in various ages and nations (vol. 2 of 2) : $b Comprising the women of Europe, America, and South Sea Islands
$aUnited States :$bOtis, Broaders & Co., $c1835, pubdate 1840.
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"The History of the Condition of Women, in Various Ages and Nations" by Mrs. D.L. Child is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work examines the status, roles, and experiences of women across different societies and eras, providing a comprehensive overview of their social, economic, and political conditions. It likely aims to shed light on the injustices faced by women and advocate for their rights and equality. At the start of this volume, the author presents a detailed exploration of the treatment of women in ancient Greece, highlighting customs, laws, and societal expectations. The text discusses the strict regulations that governed women's lives, including their seclusion in domestic spaces and their limited public roles. Through quotations from historical figures and references to established laws, Child illustrates the oppressive nature of patriarchal systems while also acknowledging instances of resistance and influence that women exerted in various contexts, setting the stage for the broader examination that will follow throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/historyofconditi02chil/page/n5/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Women -- Social conditions
Women -- History
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Category: Gender & Sexuality Studies
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