Senhoras de posses: um estudo sobre mulheres proprietárias no Maranhão (1780-1840)

Abstract

Maranhão society in the late XVIII and early XIX centuries sought to control female behavior by relying on scientific and religious discourses. He emphasized the idea of the fragile, submissive and pure woman. That he should be limited to the role of wife, mother and housewife. However, some women managed to circumvent these restrictions that were apparently submitted and managed to develop an active role in the socio-economic space of Maranhão. This research seeks to analyze the so-called Women of Owners who, despite the harsh criticism and innumerable obstacles, have been able to manage their possessions and have their future in hand.