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The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way

Sara Ahmed
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The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023

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Sara Ahmed

The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy
Setting

2020s

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Philosophy

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way by Sara Ahmed explores the concept of the feminist killjoy as a vital figure who challenges social norms and injustices. Through reclaiming the narrative, individuals who disrupt comfort to reveal oppression are empowered, highlighting the transformative potential of embracing discomfort for societal change.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,388 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way by Sara Ahmed is praised for its insightful exploration of feminism and disruption. Readers appreciate Ahmed's engaging prose and the empowerment the book offers to marginalized voices. However, some find its concepts dense and challenging. Overall, it's an impactful guide for feminist activism.

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Who Should Read The Feminist Killjoy Handbook: The Radical Potential of Getting in the Way?

Readers interested in feminist theory, social justice, and activism will enjoy The Feminist Killjoy Handbook by Sara Ahmed. Fans of Ahmed's Living a Feminist Life or bell hooks' Feminism is for Everybody will appreciate its critical exploration of disrupting norms and embracing the feminist killjoy role.

4.1

1,388 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy
Setting

2020s

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Philosophy

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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