I do not know how the affair at Canterbury is generally considered; but I have heard individuals of all parties and all opinions speak of it—and neve… - Lydia Maria Child

I was gravely warned by some of my female acquaintances that no woman could expect to be regarded as a lady after she had written a book.

I will work in my own way, according to the light that is in me.

The nearer society approaches to divine order, the less separation will there be in the characters, duties, and pursuits of men and women. Women will not become less gentle and graceful, but men will become more so. Women will not neglect the care and education of their children, but men will find themselves ennobled and refined by sharing those duties with them; and will receive, in return, co-operation and sympathy in the discharge of various other duties, now deemed inappropriate to women. The more women become rational companions, partners in business and in thought, as well as in affection and amusement, the more highly will men appreciate home.