Radical Writing on Women, 1800–1850 : An Anthology

Nudism, playgroups, pre-marital agreements, male breast-feeding - these are just some of the startling proposals for women's emancipation discovered in this unique anthology. A fascinating collection, it brings together the many diverse political extents of early nineteenth-century British feminism, as well as representing the works of literary figures such as Shelley, Tennyson and the Brontes. Complete with an extensive bibliography, biographical index and illuminating contextualization, it will provide an invaluable tool for scholars and students of feminism, women's history, and early nineteenth-century literature. Front Matter....Pages i-viii Introduction....Pages 1-18 Front Matter....Pages 19-25 Analysing Woman’s Position....Pages 26-41 Agendas for Change....Pages 42-51 Front Matter....Pages 53-60 Education....Pages 61-76 Employment....Pages 77-95 Domesticity and Motherhood....Pages 96-107 Front Matter....Pages 109-116 Reforming Marriage....Pages 117-128 Divorce and Sexual Radicalism....Pages 129-141 Female Sexuality and the Female Body....Pages 142-152 Front Matter....Pages 153-158 Female Rights, Popular Politics and Electoral Reform....Pages 159-174 Middle-Class Reform Projects....Pages 175-192 Back Matter....Pages 193-239 This collection brings together the many diverse political extents of early 19th century British feminism, as well as representing the works of literary figures such as Shelley, Tennyson and the Brontes