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Thanks
for your note. I'm not sure
I entirely understand your question
about "the debut of feminism."
Historically feminism as a term
debuted about the turn of the
century. It was imported from
France, where it was known as
"feminisme." However the concepts
behind feminism have existed
in this country for a long time.
In fact, before America was
even America and it was home
to Native American tribes that
simply lived more equal lives.
But the more formal acknowledgement
of a women's movement came around
1848 when the suffragists and
abolitionists came together
in Seneca Falls, NY.
In
contemporary times, feminism
emerged with Betty Friedan's
book The Feminine Mystique in 1963.
I hope that helps -- and I hope
I interpreted your question
correctly. Good luck.
—Amy
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