
Episode 246: “Best of” Series – “Are Women Human” by Dorothy L. Sayers, Ep. 9
The Literary Life Podcast
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Historical Perspectives on Women and Children: From the Enlightenment to Victorian Ideals
This chapter explores the historical context surrounding the perceptions of women and children, revealing how Victorian and Enlightenment ideas have shaped current misconceptions. The speakers analyze the infantilization of women and children, tracing its roots to thinkers like Rousseau, while emphasizing the inconsistent progress in women's rights and recognition throughout history.
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