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Wollstonecraft's Suicide Attempt
- Mary Wollstonecraft, a prominent feminist philosopher, was rescued from a suicide attempt in the River Thames.
- This incident highlights the societal pressures and injustices she faced, fueling her philosophical work.
Life as Influence
- Wollstonecraft's life experiences, including a challenging upbringing, significantly shaped her philosophical views.
- Her personal struggles fueled her advocacy for women's rights and equality.
Early Life and Advocacy
- Wollstonecraft grew up in a difficult home environment where her father abused her mother.
- She demonstrated her courage and commitment to protecting women by helping her sister escape an abusive marriage.