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Judith Sargent Murray: Biography, Facts and Career

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Judith Sargent Stevens Murray (May 1, 1751 – June 9, 1820) was an early American advocate for women's rights, an essay writer, playwright, poet, and letter writer. She was one of the first American proponents of the idea of the equality of the sexes so that women, like men, had the capability of intellectual accomplishment and should be able to achieve economic independence. Among many other influential pieces, her landmark essay "On the Equality of the Sexes" paved the way for new thoughts and ideas proposed by other feminist writers of the century.

Quick facts about Judith Sargent Murray

  • Full name: Judith Sargent Murray
  • Born: 1751-05-01
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q44922

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Who is Judith Sargent Murray?

Judith Sargent Stevens Murray (May 1, 1751 – June 9, 1820) was an early American advocate for women's rights, an essay writer, playwright, poet, and letter writer.

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Judith Sargent Murray is United States.

When was Judith Sargent Murray born?

Judith Sargent Murray was born on 1751-05-01.

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