Fenelon's Treatise on the Education of Daughters by Fénelon
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"Fenelon's Treatise on the Education of Daughters" by Fénelon is a philosophical treatise written in the late 17th century, originally published in 1688. The book addresses the often-neglected subject of female education, arguing for the importance of proper instruction for girls just as much as for boys, emphasizing their crucial role in family and society. Fénelon's work is aimed at educators and parents, advocating for a well-rounded and moral upbringing for young
women to prepare them for their future roles. The opening of the treatise sets the stage for a critical examination of the conventional perspectives on female education. Fénelon argues that the neglect of educating daughters stems from societal customs and beliefs that view women as needing little instruction beyond domestic duties. He contrasts this neglect with the extensive resources dedicated to boys’ education and highlights the vital influence women have on the family and community. By presenting powerful reasoning, Fénelon insists that educating girls is essential to fostering virtuous, capable, and intelligent women who can positively impact society. His work emphasizes the moral, practical, and spiritual dimensions of education, intending to inspire a re-evaluation of the educational standards applied to girls. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Fénelon, François de Salignac de La Mothe-, 1651-1715 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Dibdin, Thomas Frognall, 1776-1847 |
| Title |
Fenelon's Treatise on the Education of Daughters Translated from the French, and Adapted to English Readers |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LC: Education: Special aspects of education |
| Subject | Women -- Education |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47621 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47621-6 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 696 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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