"Respuesta a Sor Filotea de la Cruz"

"Respuesta a Sor Filotea de la Cruz" is a famous letter written by Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, a 17th-century Mexican writer and thinker. In this letter, she defends her right to pursue learning and intellectual curiosity, explaining that seeking knowledge is a natural and valuable human pursuit, regardless of gender or societal expectations. She emphasizes the importance of education for everyone and advocates for respect and recognition of women’s abilities to think and learn. This work is considered a powerful voice for intellectual freedom and women's rights during her time.