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Harriet Martineau was an English social theorist and writer who is regarded by many as the first female sociologist. She wrote several books including her own autobiography, which was a rare accomplishment for a woman during the time. As well as her own writings she translated works by Auguste Comte, the French philosopher. Martineau was an aetheist and and abolitionist. She counted Florence Nightingale and Charles Lyell among her many friends and acquaintances.
Harriet Martineau was an English social theorist and writer who is regarded by many as the first female sociologist. She wrote several books including her own autobiography, which was a rare accomplishment for a woman during the time. As well as her own writings she translated works by Auguste Comte, the French philosopher. Martineau was an aetheist and and abolitionist. She counted Florence Nightingale and Charles Lyell among her many friends and acquaintances.
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| Name: | Harriet Martineau |
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| Gender: | Female |
| Nationality: | English |
| Date of birth: | 1802 |
| Date of death: | 1876 |
| Roles: | Writer; Social Reformer; Journalist; Abolitionist; Translator |
| Linked correspondent: | Edward Bulwer-Lytton (link opens in new window); Charles Lyell (link opens in new window); John Stuart Mill (link opens in new window); Florence Nightingale (link opens in new window); Harriet Beecher Stowe (link opens in new window); |
| Project person ID: | SLP111 |
| Image rights: | Spencer Arnold Collection/Stringer/Getty Images |
