Projet d'une loi portant défense d'apprendre à lire aux femmes by Sylvain Maréchal
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Maréchal, Sylvain, 1750-1803
French
"Projet d'une loi portant défense d'apprendre à lire aux femmes" by Sylvain Maréchal is a satirical essay written in the early 19th century. This work reflects the attitudes towards gender relations and education during that time period, particularly focusing on the role of women in society. The book presents a proposed law that humorously argues a...
and mothers. In the text, Maréchal lays out a series of absurd and exaggerated arguments to support the notion that women should remain ignorant, emphasizing traditional domestic duties over intellectual pursuits. He suggests that learning to read would lead women to become liberated and rebellious, and he details various historical and cultural examples to reinforce his points. The proposed law is filled with ironic observations and critiques of contemporary society's views on women's education, ultimately serving as a commentary on the absurdities of gender norms and expectations of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jackson Anderson
3 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Sarah Roberts
3 months agoSimply put, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. One of the best books I've read this year.
Amanda Torres
3 weeks agoAs someone who reads a lot, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Christopher Anderson
2 days agoIf you enjoy this genre, the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. A true masterpiece of its kind.