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Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013

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Essay Topics

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In the introduction, Sandberg describes Lean In as "sort of a feminist manifesto" (9). What does it mean to describe the book in this way? Why do you think she qualifies it ("sort of")?

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Two of the main goals Sandberg outlines in Lean In are eliminating gender norms, and securing equal representation for women in positions of power. What is the relationship between these goals, according to Sandberg, and what might a world without gender norms look like?

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Sandberg frequently uses short, catchy slogans to make a point ("lean in," "sit at the table," etc.). How does this technique relate to her views on communication?

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