The Enlightenment's Ambivalent Legacy for Women's Rights

This chapter examines the influence of Enlightenment ideas on the movement for women's rights and gender equality. It highlights the paradox of increased progressive thought alongside a setback for women's intellectual pursuits, while also noting the early foundations of feminist thought that emerged during this period.

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