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The Hermaphroditic Myth and Queenly Controversies in 1759
The piece mocks reports of female heroism and royal mannishness, arguing that famous women like Elisabeth and Christina may be hermaphroditic or male in nature. It praises Delia as a model of balanced gender virtue, praising gentleness, reason, and discretion over ostentatious learning or ambition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minerva
Calgdlaed
Jupiter
Juno
Beftistrae
Uch
Setiramis
Thalestris
Conradus Wolfgangius Eruditus Nugatetius
Apral
Sweden
Quen Elisabeth
Christina
Italy
Wells
Delia