Delve into the radical thought of Luisa Capetillo, a pivotal figure in early 20th-century Puerto Rican and pan-Caribbean feminist and labor movements. This volume presents the first English translation of Capetillo's seminal 1911 work, Mi opinión sobre las libertades, derechos y deberes de la mujer. Challenging societal norms and advocating for profound social change, Capetillo's writings offer a direct insight into the progressive ideas that shaped her era.

Capetillo, an anarchist and socialist activist, rose to prominence not only for her public acts of gender non-conformity, such as her famous arrest for wearing men's trousers, but primarily for her incisive critiques of economic exploitation and gender inequality. In A Nation of Women, she demands an end to the subordination of workers and women, advocating for a workers' revolution and challenging entrenched capitalist structures. Her essays explore a wide range of topics including the legalization of divorce, the acceptance of 'free love,' and discussions on sexuality, health, hygiene, spirituality, and nutrition. This collection illuminates Capetillo’s humanistic vision for a liberated society where economic and social barriers are dismantled.

Why You Should Read?

• Discover Luisa Capetillo's groundbreaking 1911 feminist treatise, Mi opinión, in its first accessible English translation.
• Gain insight into a pioneering voice of early 20th-century feminist, anarchist, and labor movements in Puerto Rico and the United States.
• Engage with Capetillo's bold advocacy for women's rights, workers' liberation, and radical social reforms, including discussions on free love and divorce.
• Understand the historical context of a visionary who challenged exploitation and envisioned a more equitable society.