Title: The feminization debate in eighteenth-century England
First published: 2004
Description: In the 18th century, critics of capitalism denounced the growth of luxury and effeminacy; supporters applauded the increase of refinement and the improved status of women. This study explores the way the association of commerce and femininity permeated cultural production.
Subjects: History, English literature, History and criticism, Feminism and literature, Women and literature, Feminism in literature, Commerce, Sex role in literature, Women authors, Luxury in literature, Femininity in literature, Women in literature, Feminism, Luxury, Femininity (philosophy) in literature, English literature, history and criticism, 18th century, English literature, women authors
Places: England, Great Britain
Time periods: 18th century
LC classification: PR448.F45 C54 2004