Advice on Marriage
Who says suffragettes can’t be romantic? A pamphlet of marriage advice for young ladies from a suffragette, dating back to 1918, proves that these pioneers of women’s rights had plenty of love to give. The pamphlet, which is on display at the Pontypridd Museum in Wales, offers all sorts of helpful tips for young women looking to navigate the treacherous waters of matrimony.
From encouraging them to maintain their independence to reminding them of the importance of mutual respect, the advice is both practical and heartfelt. And while the identity of the suffragette who penned the pamphlet remains a mystery, her legacy lives on through her words of wisdom. So the next time you’re pondering the mysteries of love and marriage, take a page from the suffragettes and remember that true equality is the key to a happy union.