Books in the History of Women Philosophers series

Like their predecessors, and like their male counterparts, most women philosophers of the 20th century have significant expertise in several specialities. While pre-20th century women philosophers were usually self-educated, those of the 20th century had greater access to academic preparation in philosophy.

Like their predecessors, and like their male counterparts, most women philosophers of the 20th century have significant expertise in several specialities. While pre-20th century women philosophers were usually self-educated, those of the 20th century had greater access to academic preparation in philosophy.

Drawing their members from the highest levels of society, women's monasteries provided an outlet for the energy and ambition of strong-willed women, as well as positions of considerable authority. From these beginnings, women's monasteries increased rapidly in both number and in fluence both on the continent and in Anglo-Saxon England.