Concerning Women

"Concerning Women" by Suzanne La Follette is a feminist treatise written in the early 20th century. This work explores the historical and contemporary status of women, focusing on themes of emancipation, marriage, and societal roles. La Follette critiques the systemic inequalities faced by women while advocating for their rights and independence. The opening of "Concerning Women" establishes a foundation for discussing women's emancipation by critiquing the societal norms that categorize women as a lesser class in comparison to men. La Follette argues that the existence of literature centered on women signifies their subordination, revealing a long history of economic and social injustices. She highlights how women's roles have evolved alongside significant historical movements and critiques the perceptions of femininity that have perpetuated inequality. Through this analysis, La Follette sets the stage for a deeper exploration into women's rights and the transformative potential of recognizing individual dignity over established societal hierarchies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Suzanne Clara La Follette was an American journalist and author who advocated for libertarian feminism in the first half of the 20th century. As an editor she helped found several magazines. She was an early and ardent feminist and a vocal anticommunist.