| Author |
Russell, Dora, 1894-1986 |
| LoC No. |
25015238
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| Title |
Hypatia : or, Woman and knowledge
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| Original Publication |
New York: E. P. Dutton & Company, 1925.
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| Series Title |
To-day and to-morrow series.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tim Lindell, Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Hypatia: or, Woman and Knowledge" by Dora Russell (Hon. Mrs. Bertrand Russell) is a significant feminist text written in the early 20th century, specifically in the 1920s. The book explores the struggles for women's rights, knowledge, and equality, drawing upon the historical figure of Hypatia, a female philosopher and mathematician from ancient Alexandria. Russell delves into themes of feminism, societal expectations, and the battle of the sexes, engaging in a philosophical discourse on the nature of both men and women in society. In this thought-provoking work, Russell argues against traditional gender roles and critiques the patriarchal structures that hinder women's progress. Through the examination of historical and modern feminism, she illustrates the inequalities faced by women and the societal resistance to their empowerment. The author presents powerful critiques of both men and women, suggesting that men—represented by the mythological figure of Jason—continue to oppress women while women strive for self-realization. The book calls for a new understanding and partnership between the sexes that transcends outdated notions of love, morality, and societal duty, urging a harmonious co-existence that recognizes the shared humanity of all individuals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
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| Subject |
Women
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| Subject |
Women -- Social and moral questions
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73154 |
| Release Date |
Mar 12, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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