Women during this period were writing to transform and shape, rather than only reflect their male counterparts. This is the period when women began to achieve name recognition as their works found print and manuscript circulation, and some could write as a career. Scientific and cultural revolutions inspired rich and creative texts. The introductory list of significant works by women writers between 1690 and 1750, given by year, is itself a valuable resource. Book is previously owned but LIKE NEW.  Palgrave Macmillan. 2010. USED. $50.00