Address to the First Graduating Class of Rutgers Female College by Henry M. Pierce
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| Author | Pierce, Henry M. (Henry Miller), 1831-1902 |
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| LoC No. | 10034570 |
| Title | Address to the First Graduating Class of Rutgers Female College |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Address to the First Graduating Class of Rutgers Female College" by Henry M. Pierce is an inspirational address delivered in the late 19th century, specifically in 1867. This book can be classified as a significant educational speech or publication, reflecting on women's education and their rightful place in society. The text delves into themes of gender equality and advocates for the value of a robust educational framework for women, positing that they should have the same educational opportunities as men. In this seminal address, Pierce emphasizes the importance of women’s education as a reflection of their equality with men, challenging societal norms that diminish women’s roles. He articulates the historical context of women’s education and underscores the transformation that has occurred over the past twenty-five years. Pierce asserts that women should pursue a curriculum akin to that of men, highlighting the virtues of industriousness, kindness, and piety as essential traits. He encourages the graduates to recognize their potential and responsibility in shaping family dynamics and society, urging them to foster a spirit of education and employ their knowledge to influence the world positively. Through a blending of moral insights drawn from scripture and personal development, Pierce advocates for a future where women are not only educated but also empowered to serve as equals beside men. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| LoC Class | LC: Education: Special aspects of education |
| Subject | Women -- Education |
| Subject | Rutgers Female College (New York, N.Y.) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34793 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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