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Mary Wollstoncraft's book, "A Vindication Of The Rights Of Woman," challenged traditional views of women and paved the way for modern feminism. It has had a significant impact on society and is considered a revolutionary work that has inspired change and sparked debate. Penguin has published this book as part of a collection of influential works that have shaped our world.
Mary Wollstoncraft's passionate declaration of female independence shattered the stereotype of docile, decorative womanhood, anticipated a new era of equality and established her as the founder of modern feminism.
Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are.