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Wollstonecraft Mary

Wollstonecraft Mary (1759–1797) was an English writer, philosopher, and advocate of women's rights. She is best known for her book "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman" (1792), in which she argued that women should have equal rights to education and employment.  Wollstonecraft's work laid the foundation for modern feminism, and she is considered one of the most important figures in the early feminist movement. Mary Wollstonecraft was an English writer and philosopher who advocated for women's equality ¹. She was born on April 27, 1759, in London and died on September 10, 1797, at the age of 38 ². Here are some key points about her life and work. Early Life: - She was born into a farming family suffering difficult circumstances, largely due to her father's actions. - She was essentially self-taught and determined to improve her family's fortunes. Career : - Wollstonecraft worked as a companion to a wealthy lady, a governess, and eventually opened her own n