Woman and Socialism by August Bebel

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Author Bebel, August, 1840-1913
Translator Lilienthal, Meta Stern, 1876-1948
LoC No. 11000539
Uniform Title Die Frau und der Sozialismus
Title Woman and Socialism
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Summary "Woman and Socialism" by August Bebel is a significant political and social treatise written in the late 19th century. The book discusses the social condition of women, particularly in the context of socialism, and explores the historical development of women's rights and roles in society. Bebel emphasizes the intersection of women's liberation with the larger social question, making it clear that the emancipation of women is vital for the overall improvement of society. The opening of the work sets the stage for an extensive examination of the "woman question," particularly focusing on the historical oppression of women and the societal structures that support this oppression. Bebel articulates the longstanding misconceptions about women's roles in society and critiques the arguments against women's rights, asserting that true equality cannot be achieved without addressing the underlying economic and social issues. He outlines his intent to analyze the position of women throughout history, setting the groundwork for subsequent chapters that delve into their evolving roles and the necessity of a socialist restructuring to achieve genuine equality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HX: Social sciences: Socialism, Communism, Anarchism
Subject Socialism
Subject Women -- Social and moral questions
Subject Women and socialism
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EBook-No. 47244
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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