Quote by Virginia Woolf

All women together ought to let flowers fall upon the tomb of Aphra Behn, for it was she who earned them the right to speak their minds.

All women together ought to let flowers fall upon the tomb o

Summary

This quote acknowledges Aphra Behn, a renowned English playwright and author of the 17th century, as a pioneer for women's rights. It suggests that women owe a debt of gratitude to Behn because she fought against societal norms and empowered women to express their thoughts openly. By emphasizing her contribution, the quote highlights the significance of Behn's work and credits her as a trailblazer who challenged the patriarchy and laid the foundation for women's voices to be heard.

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Feminism Literary

By Virginia Woolf

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