On the Education of Daughters (1812)

Mothe-Fenelon is a guidebook for parents and guardians on how to raise and educate young women. Originally published in 1687, this edition from 1812 includes additional commentary and notes from the translator, John Hawkesworth. Fenelon's advice is rooted in his belief that women should be educated not only in traditional domestic skills but also in academic subjects such as history, literature, and philosophy. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating a woman's intellect and character, as well as teaching her practical skills to prepare her for marriage and motherhood. Fenelon also addresses topics such as the dangers of vanity and the importance of modesty, and offers guidance on how to instill these values in young women. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the attitudes towards gender, education, and social norms during the Enlightenment era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.