Some Reflections upon Marriage
Title:
Some Reflections upon Marriage
Description:
English philosopher Mary Astell was one of the earliest feminist philosophers in the modern age. In this work she provides a witty but harsh critique of women’s disadvantages within contemporary marriage, famously asking, “if all Men are born free, how is it that all Women are born slaves?”
Creator:
Astell, Mary
Publisher:
Printed for John Nut
Date:
1700
Coverage:
London
Display Date:
1700
Hover Text:
Mary Astell — philosopher
Published Item:
P
Item Index:
1
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