Fenelon's Treatise on the Education of Daughters: Translated from the French, and Adapted to English Readers

''Fenelon's Treatise on the Education of Daughters'' is a philosophical work by François de Salignac de La Mothe-Fénelon, first published in 1687. This treatise advocates for the education of girls, arguing that they deserve the same level of instruction as boys to fulfill their vital roles in family and society. Fénelon critiques societal norms that limit women's education to domestic duties and emphasizes the moral and intellectual development necessary for women to positively influence their communities. The work serves as a call to action for parents and educators to prioritize the education of daughters.