Hannah Woolley

thumb|200px|right|Hannah Woolley, as depicted on the frontispiece of The Gentlewoman's Companion; or, a Guide to the Female Sex, published 1673. Since this was an unauthorised publication of her work the likeness is questionable. Hannah Woolley (sometimes spelt Wolley; c.1622 – in or after 1675) was an English writer who published early books on household management; she was probably the first person to earn a living doing this. Quotes The Gentlewomans Companion (1675) The Gentlewomans Companion; or, A Guide to the Female Sex (London: A. Maxwell for Dorman Newman, 1673) The right Education of the Female Sex, as it is in a manner every where neglected, so it ought to be generally lamented. Most in this depraved later Age think a Woman learned and wise enough if she can distinguish her Husbands Bed from anothers. "The Introduction" There is so much servility in rigor and restraint, that of consequence there can be no greater ene∣my to Ingenuity and good nature. Fools are to be always bauld upon, and blows are fitter for beasts than rational creatures; wherefore there can nothing more engage an ingenious generous soul, than cheerfulness and liberty; not over-frightned. "The Duty and Qualifications of a Governess to Gentlemens Children" External links Author:Hannah Woolley Category:1620s births Category:1675 deaths Category:Non-fiction authors from England Category:Women authors from England Category:Women born before the 19th century Category:Educators from England