The Female Academy

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Margaret Cavendish's collection features her innovative approach to drama, particularly evident in "The Female Academy," where she imagines a women-only educational institution. This play highlights the empowerment of women through education while also showcasing the intrigue and frustration of men who cannot access this space. The new edition includes a modernized text, comprehensive introduction, glosses, and a bibliography, making it suitable for classroom use and emphasizing Cavendish's unique contributions to literature and feminist thought.