| Author |
Slattery, Margaret |
| Title |
The Girl and Her Religion
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Eva Sweeney and the Online
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| Summary |
"The Girl and Her Religion" by Margaret Slattery is a reflective work that combines elements of social commentary with a focus on the spiritual lives of girls, written in the early 20th century. This text delves into the rights, struggles, and moral challenges faced by young women, advocating for a better understanding of their needs and aspirations within society. Through its exploration of various archetypal girls, it highlights the complex interactions between social context, personal choices, and religious values that shape female experiences. The opening of the book establishes a powerful framework for addressing the pressing issues that girls encounter. It discusses the inalienable rights of girls, including access to education, proper living conditions, and moral guidance. Slattery emphasizes the societal failures that contribute to the uneven playing field for young women, positing that true religion must engage with these injustices to be meaningful. The text prompts readers to consider the societal structures that deny girls their rights and explores the responsibilities that individuals and communities have in advocating for their access to opportunities. This introductory analysis of the struggles faced by girls resonates with contemporary discussions surrounding gender inequality, making it a relevant and insightful read for anyone interested in gender studies or social reform. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion
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| Subject |
Girls -- Conduct of life
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| Subject |
Girls -- Religious life
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16520 |
| Release Date |
Aug 13, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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