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Harriet Martineau
(First Female Sociologist)
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Birthdate: June 12, 1802
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Norwich, Norfolk, England
Died: June 27, 1876
Harriet Martineau was an English social theorist known for her sociological, holistic, religious, and feminine perspectives. She translated works by Auguste Comte and was able to support herself through her writing, a rare achievement for a woman writer in her time. Martineau emphasized the importance of analyzing all aspects of society, including politics, religion, and social institutions. She focused on women's status under men and was described as a skilled lecturer and politician. Her commitment to the abolitionist movement earned her recognition as one of the greatest American abolitionists.