The Female Jockey Club (1794)

The Female Jockey Club, written by Charles Pigott and published in 1794, is a satirical novel that follows the story of a group of women who form a jockey club in London during the late 18th century. The main character, Lady Caroline, is a wealthy and independent woman who defies societal norms by participating in horse racing and leading the female jockey club. Throughout the novel, Pigott uses humor and irony to comment on gender roles and the treatment of women in society. He portrays the male characters as foolish and incompetent, while the female characters are strong and capable. The novel also addresses issues of class and wealth, as Lady Caroline's status and wealth allow her to pursue her passions and challenge traditional gender roles.The Female Jockey Club is considered to be a pioneering work of feminist literature and is notable for its depiction of strong, independent female characters. It is also a significant work in the history of horse racing, as it sheds light on the little-known history of female jockeys during the late 18th century. Overall, this novel is a witty and insightful commentary on gender, class, and society during the late 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.