Love and Marriage

Name: Love and Marriage
Author: Ellen Key

By Ellen Key

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A Swedish reformer's essay examines sexual morality, tracing historical development and arguing for liberated, ethical relations based on respect and personal freedom. It explores the evolution of romantic feeling, selection of partners, and the social and legal consequences of marriage and motherhood. The author advocates the right to motherhood and the option to be exempted from it, proposes collective support for child-rearing, easier divorce, and revised marriage laws, all aimed at promoting children's welfare and women's autonomy. Throughout, the author criticizes social hypocrisy and proposes pragmatic reforms to align private life with social responsibility and human development.

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Ellen Key

Ellen Key was a Swedish author and feminist known for her influential writings on education, women's rights, and social reform. Her notable works include "The Century of the Child," which advocates for progressive education and child welfare, and "Love and Marriage," where she explores the dynamics of relationships and gender roles. Key's essays, such as "The Morality of Woman, and Other Essays," reflect her commitment to moral development and the empowerment of women. Through her writings, she contributed significantly to the discourse on women's issues and the evolution of societal norms in the early 20th century.