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The old, subjective, stagnant, indolent and wretched life for woman has gone. She has as many resources as men, as many
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"The old, subjective, stagnant, indolent and wretched life for woman has gone. She has as many resources as men, as many activities beckon her on. As large possibilities swell and inspire her heart"

- Anna Julia Cooper

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In this quote, Anna Julia Cooper is commemorating the development and freedom of females from their previous limited and overbearing existence. She explains the old life for females as "subjective," suggesting that it was based on individual sensations and opinions instead of objective truth. It was also "stagnant" and "indolent," suggesting an absence of growth and performance. Cooper emphasizes the wretchedness of this life, highlighting the suffering and misery that women sustained. However, she then states that this old life is gone, and women now have access to the very same resources and opportunities as guys. She sees ladies's capacity as limitless, with endless possibilities that can inspire and inspire them. Cooper's words communicate a sense of hope and empowerment for ladies, as she envisions a future where they can grow and reach their complete potential.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Anna Julia Cooper between August 10, 1858 and February 27, 1964. She was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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