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Maria

By Mary Wollstonecraft

Maria

By Mary Wollstonecraft

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Maria or the wrongs of woman portrays the harrowing struggles of a woman imprisoned unjustly by her husband in a patriarchal society that denies her agency and rights. The protagonist, confined to an asylum and separated from her infant daughter, wrestles with grief, oppression, and a longing for freedom. Through her reflections and interactions with fellow inmates, the story exposes the cruel limitations placed on women's lives, including forced marriage, loss of custody, and societal condemnation. The narrative reveals the protagonist's past: a loveless marriage to a deceitful man who squanders fortunes and abuses power, which leads to betrayal and her eventual confinement. Themes of motherhood, female solidarity, resilience, and the quest for autonomy pervade the novel, highlighting the systemic injustices women endure. Relationships with others, like the attendant Jemima and a fellow prisoner, offer glimpses of hope and companionship amid adversity. The novel functions as a powerful social critique of gender inequality, marriage, and mental health, underscoring the demand for women's rights and justice in a deeply patriarchal world.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
110
Release Date:
2025-10-01
Publication Date:
2025-10-01
Publisher:
Double 9 Books
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9373403125
ISBN13:
9789373403120
Weight:
150 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
6 cm
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