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The 'SCUM Manifesto' by Valerie Solanas is a radical feminist text that critiques society's treatment of women and calls for the eradication of men. Solanas paints men as oppressive and selfish beings, arguing that women must rise up as the Society for Cutting Up Men (SCUM) to abolish the current social structures and establish a female-dominated society. The manifesto delves into topics such as gender programming, societal oppression, and the need for radical change in the face of male dominance.

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    Steal This Book by Abbie Hoffman
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    'Steal This Book' by Abbie Hoffman is described as a controversial and thought-provoking book that delves into the counterculture movement of the late 1960s. The book offers a glimpse into the world of the hippie rebel and provides insights into the era's revolutionary ideas and actions. Hoffman's writing style is noted for its boldness and rebellious tone, as he challenges societal norms and advocates for unconventional methods of activism and protest.

    Leaflets, posters, newsletters, pamphlets and other printed matter are important to any revolution. A printing workshop is a definite need in all communities, regardless of size. It can vary from a ga...

  2. In "The Beauty Myth: How Images of Beauty are Used Against Women" by Naomi Wolf, the author explores the societal pressures and expectations placed on women related to beauty standards. Wolf delves into how these standards have been weaponized against women in various aspects of life, including religion, media, advertising, and popular culture. The book discusses the impact of these beauty ideals on women's self-worth, mental health, and societal roles, highlighting the need to challenge and dismantle these constructs. Through insightful research and analysis, Wolf presents a critical examination of the beauty myth and its implications on women's lives.

    AT LAST, AFTER a long silence, women took to the streets. In the two decades of radical action that followed the rebirth of feminism in the early 1970s, Western women gained legal and reproductive rig...

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    We Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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    'We Should All Be Feminists' by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a short and powerful essay that serves as a call to action for gender equality. Adichie eloquently argues for the importance of feminism, drawing from her personal experiences in Nigeria to highlight the need for both men and women to embrace feminist ideals. The book is a modified version of Adichie's TEDxEuston talk, covering topics such as the impact of patriarchy, the necessity of redefining culture to achieve equality, and the universal relevance of feminism.

    Adichie's writing style is clear, concise, and thought-provoking, making the complex topic of feminism accessible to a wide audience. Through anecdotes and examples, she challenges societal norms and encourages readers to reflect on their own beliefs and actions regarding gender equality. The book serves as a reminder that feminism is not just a women's issue but a human rights issue that requires everyone's participation for meaningful change to occur.

    Okoloma was one of my greatest childhood friends. He lived on my street and looked after me like a big brother: If I liked a boy, I would ask Okoloma’s opinion. Okoloma was funny and intelligent and w...

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    Everyday Sexism by Laura Bates
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    'Everyday Sexism' by Laura Bates is a well-researched and structured book that delves into the various aspects of sexism faced by women in the 21st century. Bates combines personal stories, research data, and statistics to shed light on the pervasive nature of sexism in different areas such as the workplace, motherhood, media, and even towards men. The book is described as grim at times but holds important discussions around sexism, providing a comprehensive examination of the inequalities and injustices that women still face worldwide.

    The writing style of Laura Bates is praised for being lucid, compelling, and accessible, with chapters covering prominent issues tainted by sexism for both men and women. The book not only highlights the prevalence of sexism but also offers hope and empowerment by focusing on the actions that can be taken to combat it. By incorporating personal stories, tweets, and facts, 'Everyday Sexism' is commended for being an illuminating and powerful read that addresses the need for awareness and action against sexism.

    Sexism is an invisible problem. This is partly because it’s so often manifest in situations where the only witnesses present are victim and perpetrator. When you’re shouted at in a deserted street lat...

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    The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler
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    'The Vagina Monologues' by Eve Ensler is a stage piece that addresses the mistreatment, abuse, rape, and subjugation of women through a series of monologues based on interviews with hundreds of women about their experiences with their vaginas. The book explores the societal taboos and stigmas surrounding women's bodies, particularly focusing on issues like rape, menstruation, and sexual desire. Through emotional and thought-provoking stories, the author sheds light on the struggles women face in a patriarchal society and emphasizes the importance of empowerment and self-expression.

    I come from the “down there” generation. That is, those were the words—spoken rarely and in a hushed voice—that the women in my family used to refer to all female genitalia, internal or external. It w...

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    Feminism is for Everybody: Passionate Politics by bell hooks
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    'Feminism is for Everybody: Passionate Politics' by bell hooks is a concise yet thorough exploration of feminism, written in a clear and accessible style that invites readers of all backgrounds to engage with the topic. Hooks delves into the history and goals of feminism, challenging readers to think about power and privilege while emphasizing inclusivity and the intersectionality of feminist issues. Through personal experiences and everyday language, she covers a wide range of topics including race, gender, class, reproductive rights, beauty standards, and more, ultimately advocating for a society where equality benefits everyone.

    Simply put, feminism is a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression. This was a definition of feminism I offered in Feminist Theory: From Margin to Center more than 10 years ago. It ...

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    Men Explain Things to Me: And Other Essays by Rebecca Solnit
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    "Men Explain Things to Me: And Other Essays" by Rebecca Solnit is a collection of feminist essays that delve into societal issues such as mansplaining, toxic masculinity, violence against women, and the silencing of women. Solnit's writing style is described as articulate, passionate, and insightful, covering a wide range of topics from Virginia Woolf's writings to the importance of marriage equality. The essays are thought-provoking, eye-opening, and provide a deep exploration of gender inequality and feminist perspectives.

    I still don’t know why Sallie and I bothered to go to that party in the forest slope above Aspen. The people were all older than us and dull in a distinguished way, old enough that we, at forty-ish, p...

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    Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay
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    'Bad Feminist' by Roxane Gay is a collection of essays that covers a wide range of topics including race, gender, sexuality, feminism, pop culture, politics, and personal experiences. The author shares her opinions on various issues and presents a thought-provoking exploration of societal expectations, politics, and feminist literary criticism. Gay's writing style is described as erudite, smart, insightful, and thought-provoking, with a mix of personal anecdotes and critical reflections on current events and trends in entertainment.

    Niche dating sites are interesting. You can go to JDate or Christian Mingle or Black People Meet or any number of dating websites expressly designed for birds of a feather to flock together. If you ha...

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    Sister Outsider: Essays and Speeches by Audre Lorde
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    Sister Outsider is a collection of essays and speeches by Audre Lorde, a Black lesbian feminist, that covers a range of topics such as feminism, race relations, homophobia, and classism. The writing style is described as thoughtful, intelligent, critical, and outspoken, with Lorde being praised for her ability to communicate important issues clearly. The book offers a historical perspective on feminism and intersectionality, addressing relevant themes that are as important today as they were 40 years ago.

    SINCE I’VE RETURNED from Russia a few weeks ago, I’ve been dreaming a lot. At first I dreamt about Moscow every night. Sometimes my lover and I had returned there; sometimes I would be in warmer, fami...

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    Houston, Houston, Do You Read? by James Tiptree Jr.
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    James Tiptree, Jr., aside from the award-winning story that follows this introduction, has been justly lauded as one of the excellent writers to appear in science fiction in recent years. Precise biog...

    Houston, Houston, Do You Read? is a novella by James Tiptree Jr. It won a Nebula Award for Best Novella in 1976 and a Hugo Award for Best Novella in 1977.

    The novella first appeared in the anthology Aurora: Beyond Equality, edited by Vonda N. McIntyr

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