Category: Paris in the 1880s

Education of women in 19th century France was almost non-existent. It was left to convent schools, who understandably focused on religious education – with mathematics and reading rarely taught or taught minimally. Girls were not encouraged, or even allowed, to access secondary education as were boys. Girls were assumed they would marry, and the skills… Continue reading Education of Women in 19th Century France

The late 19th century was an era of ever increasing feminist movements and writings for women in Paris. Publications written by women, with feminist leanings were popular, and many women joined in this movement. Although opportunities for women – work opportunities – were still limited to seamstresses, milliners, nurses and teachers, other opportunities existed. Yet… Continue reading Women and Feminism in 19th Century Paris