Wollstonecraft, Mary 1759-1797 creator text utu 2006 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Maria; Or, The Wrongs of Woman" by Mary Wollstonecraft is a novel written in the late 18th century. This work serves as a poignant exploration of the injustices faced by women in a patriarchal society, narrated through the experiences of the protagonist, Maria, a woman who finds herself imprisoned both physically and emotionally. The book delves into themes of motherhood, oppression, and the struggle for agency in a world that often dismisses women's rights. The opening of the novel introduces Maria in a state of deep despair as she grapples with the anguish of separation from her child and the oppressive circumstances imposed upon her by her tyrannical husband. She reflects intensely on her situation, torn by feelings of grief and indignation while contemplating her potential escape. The narrative sets the stage for Maria's interactions with other characters, including Jemima, her guard, who becomes a crucial figure in Maria's journey toward reclaiming her autonomy. As Maria expresses her thoughts and emotions, the reader is drawn into her internal conflict and the broader social commentary on women's roles, resilience, and the yearning for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal:Feminism/Selected_article/20 Release date is 2006-03-08 Judith Boss and David Widger Original publication data not identified Autobiographical fiction Feminist fiction Women -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/134 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/134 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133027.0 134