Perspectives: Women in Latvian Culture and Society (1870–1940)
The collective monograph explors the evolving roles of women in Latvian history. It focuses on their contributions to culture, politics, education, literature and social activism. Edited by Eva Eglāja-Kristsone and published by the Institute of Literature, Folklore, and Art at the University of Latvia, this volume brings together leading gender studies, history, literature, and cultural research to re-evaluate women’s agency during a pivotal period of nation-building and modernisation. The monograph is structured into seven chapters, each offering a nuanced exploration of women’s cultural, political, and social engagement in Latvia. Rather than merely compiling historical case studies, Perspectives functions as a call to critically reassess established narratives of Latvian history and historiography.
- ISBN: 978-9984-893-98-3
- Volume: paperback
- Page Count: 344
- Language: In Latvian with summary in English
- Year of Publication: 2025