Bélinde: Conte Moral......

Considering the period it was written in, her emphasis on women's agency feels quite progressive. I wonder what motivated her to explore these ideas so boldly.

The way the novel critiques societal pressures around courtship and social status still feels relevant today. I'm curious if others saw these parallels as well.

Their relationships and conflicts seem to serve as a mirror to the societal expectations placed on women and men alike. Did this choice impact how the story resonated for readers?