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From "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman: With Strictures on Political and Moral Subjects" by Wollstonecraft, Mary
Sophia
Rousseau's ideal woman, a model of domesticity and subservience.
Core Belief
"Sophia believes that a woman's purpose is to please men and maintain domestic harmony. Intellectual pursuits are secondary to her role as a wife and mother."
Worldview
Sophia sees the world through a domestic lens, prioritizing personal relationships and the happiness of her husband. She accepts traditional gender roles and finds fulfillment in her role as a wife and mother.
Personality
Sophia is presented as gentle, obedient, and focused on pleasing men. She is educated to be a charming companion rather than an independent thinker.
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