Maria; Or, The Wrongs of Woman

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Maria; Or, The Wrongs of Woman is a groundbreaking feminist novel written by Mary Wollstonecraft, one of the earliest advocates for women's rights and considered a pioneer of feminist thought. Published posthumously in 1798, the novel explores themes of oppression, injustice, and female autonomy within the context of late 18th-century British society.

Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797) was an English writer, philosopher, and advocate for women's rights. She is best known for her pioneering work in feminist literature, particularly her groundbreaking treatise A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792), which argued for the equal education and treatment of women in society.