Classical 1250 BC - 5 c AD Early Middle Ages 5th - 9th Century AD High Middle Ages 10th - 13th Century AD Late Middle Ages 14th - 15th Century AD Early Modern 16th - 18th Century AD -> Modern 19th - 20th Century

Eras Classes/Coalitions of Women -> Women In History Traditional History

Rulers, aristocrats, professionals, scholars, housewives Humanism movement: women encouraged to join intellectual movement especially priviledged women Scientific Revolution: Inspired women as scientists New conflicts with motherhood, family & society Many had to choose between scholarship and family life