De economische toestand der vrouw / Een studie over de economische verhouding tusschen mannen en vrouwen als een factor in de sociale evolutie

Name: De economische toestand der vrouw / Een studie over de economische verhouding tusschen mannen en vrouwen als een factor in de sociale evolutie
Author: Charlotte Perkins Gilman

By Charlotte Perkins Gilman

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Gender & Sexuality Studies Sociology

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The study analyzes the economic relationship between men and women as a driving factor in social evolution, tracing how shifts in labor, property, and reproductive roles produced systematic female dependence. It contends that many social ills and alleged natural differences are effects of constructed institutions rather than innate traits, and that recognizing these causes makes practical remedies possible. Combining historical overview with social and moral critique, the work connects economic arrangements to health, family life, and gendered power, and outlines reform measures aimed at increasing women's autonomy and improving broader social conditions.

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Charlotte Perkins Gilman

Charlotte Perkins Gilman was an influential American writer and social reformer known for her contributions to feminist literature and social criticism. Born in 1860, she is best remembered for her short story "The Yellow Wallpaper," which explores themes of mental health and women's oppression. Gilman's works often advocate for women's rights and challenge traditional gender roles, as seen in her utopian novel "Herland," where she imagines a society composed entirely of women. Throughout her career, she wrote extensively on issues of gender, work, and society, leaving a lasting impact on feminist thought and literature.