""An Apology For Old Maids And Other Essays"" is a collection of essays written by Henry Dwight Sedgwick, an American lawyer and author, that defends the rights and worth of women, particularly those who are unmarried. The book includes several essays that explore the societal pressures and stereotypes placed on women, the importance of education for women, and the role of women in politics and society. Sedgwick argues that women should be given equal...