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In "Life of Frances Power Cobbe," the esteemed feminist and social reformer Frances Power Cobbe presents a compelling autobiographical narrative that intricately weaves personal trials with broader ethical inquiries. Cobbe'Äôs eloquent prose reflects the Victorian emphasis on introspection, while her astute observations challenge the gender norms and societal expectations of her time. Through a meticulous recounting of her life, Cobbe positions herself within the larger framework of the women's rights movement, offering not just a chronicle of her experiences but also a critique of the moral landscape of the 19th century. Frances Power Cobbe was not only a prominent suffragist but also a p...
An accessible narrative biography, Frances Power Cobbe traces the details of Cobbe's life and work, analyzes her writing, and sets both in the context of the social and intellectual debates of her time.
These essays represent the writings of some of Victorian England's most prominent women, including Drs. Elizabeth Blackwell, Sophia Jex-Blake, and Florence Nightingale. They cover topics ranging from poor law reform to employment for women.
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