There is so much servility in rigor and restraint, that of consequence there can be no greater ene∣my to Ingenuity and good nature. Fools are to be a… - Hannah Woolley

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There is so much servility in rigor and restraint, that of consequence there can be no greater ene∣my to Ingenuity and good nature. Fools are to be always bauld upon, and blows are fitter for beasts than rational creatures; wherefore there can nothing more engage an ingenious generous soul, than cheerfulness and liberty; not over-frightned.

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About Hannah Woolley

Hannah Woolley (sometimes spelt Wolley; c.1622 – in or after 1675) was an English writer who published early books on household management; she was probably the first person to earn a living doing this.

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Alternative Names: Hannah Wolley • Hannah Challiner • Ann Wooley
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The right Education of the Female Sex, as it is in a manner every where neglected, so it ought to be generally lamented. Most in this depraved later Age think a Woman learned and wise enough if she can distinguish her Husbands Bed from anothers.
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