In Our Time: Philosophy

Mary Wollstonecraft

Dec 31, 2009
Mary Wollstonecraft, a British Enlightenment thinker, is discussed. Her difficult childhood, pursuit of education, and belief in reason are explored. We learn about her influential work 'A Vindication of the Rights of Woman', her analysis of femininity, and her relationship with philosopher William Godwin. The podcast also highlights her lasting influence on feminism and upcoming episodes on the Royal Society and British Science.
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