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Few women have dedicated themselves so passionately to the cause of humanity as Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin [1759-1797], and few have faced such harsh criticism. As Elizabeth Robins Pennell opens this poignant biography, she recounts how the young were cautioned against reading Wollstonecrafts works, while older generations were warned against emulating her life, with her suffering deemed a fitting punishment for her choices. Born to a tumultuous family—her father, a volatile alcoholic, squandered their fortune, while her mother imposed strict discipline—Mary emerged as a brilliant ...

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It was Godwin, in his Enquiry concerning Political Justice (2 vols., 1793), who was the first to formulate the political and economical conceptions of anarchism, even though he did not give that name to the ideas developed in his remarkable work. Laws, he wrote, are not a product of the wisdom of our ancestors: they are the product of their passions, their timidity, their jealousies and their ambition. The remedy they offer is worse than the evils they pretend to cure. - Summary by Peter Kropotkin (1842-1921)This show includes AI-generated content.

Delve into the intricate interplay between political philosophy and human ethics with "Enquiry Concerning Political Justice and its Influence on Morals and Happiness. Volume 2." This podcast invites listeners to explore foundational ideas that challenge conventional notions of law and governance, emphasizing how these constructs often stem from human flaws rather than wisdom. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that examines the ramifications of political systems on moral behavior and individual well-being, providing a rich tapestry of thoughts and reflections. This is not a single ...

Welcome to The Mystery & Media Mic, the podcast where fiction meets deep critique. Hosted by Godwin — a writer, poet, and mystery storyteller — each episode dives into the art and emotion behind books, films, and shows that shape modern storytelling.From bestselling thrillers and literary controversies to character studies, story structure, and writing lessons hidden in plain sight, this show unpacks how mystery and other genres, meaning, and media collide.Expect passionate rants, thoughtful analysis, and creative insight — all through the lens of a writer who loves what makes a story ...

In this candid memoir, William Godwin reflects on the life of his late wife, Mary Wollstonecraft, a pioneering advocate for womens rights and the mother of Mary Shelley. Written just a year after her passing, this intimate account reveals the complexities of a woman who defied societal norms and lived boldly during her time. - Summary by Katie CoccoThis show includes AI-generated content.