The Learned Lady in England, 1650-1760 by Myra Reynolds
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| Author | Reynolds, Myra |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20026551 |
| Title | The Learned Lady in England, 1650-1760 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Learned Lady in England, 1650-1760" by Myra Reynolds is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the contributions and status of learned women in England during the specified period, exploring their education, accomplishments, and social perceptions. It examines the evolving role of educated women in a time when opportunities for learning and recognition were limited by societal norms. The opening of the book presents a preliminary overview of the academic landscape for women prior to 1650, setting the context for the later focus on the years between 1650 and 1760. Reynolds discusses the influence of historical figures from antiquity, notably learned women from classical traditions and the Middle Ages, to illustrate the rich but often hidden legacy of women's intellectual contributions. She also touches upon the notable women of the Tudor period, such as Lady Jane Grey and Lady Pembroke, showcasing their achievements in learning and literature while highlighting the barriers they faced due to prevailing gender norms of their times. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Women -- Education -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Women -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Women authors, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49867 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 78 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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