The Intelligence of Woman by Walter Lionel George

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Author George, Walter Lionel, 1882-1926
LoC No. 16023071
Title The Intelligence of Woman
Note Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The intelligence of woman -- Feminist intentions -- Uniforms for women -- Woman and the paint pot -- The downfall of the home -- The break-up of the family -- Some notes on marriage.
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Summary "The Intelligence of Woman" by Walter Lionel George is a critical examination of women's intellect and societal roles written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the misconceptions surrounding women's intelligence, arguing against the prevalent notion that women are inherently inferior in intellect compared to men. The book explores various facets of womanhood, feminism, and the duality of emotions and logic within women's experiences, questioning whether observed differences between genders are truly innate or shaped by societal constraints. At the start of the text, the author provides a thought-provoking analysis of how women have been historically perceived by men, often seen as illogical and dominated by emotion rather than reasoned intellect. George argues that assumptions about female intellect are flawed and contribute to societal inferiority. The opening portion presents a complex web of observations based on the interactions and behaviors of various women, revealing the challenges they face in expressing their intellectual potential against a backdrop of gender biases and expectations. In essence, the beginning sets the stage for a profound exploration of the evolving understanding of women's intelligence and the implications of their societal roles in a changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Subject Women -- Social and moral questions
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EBook-No. 32479
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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