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The Witches Are Coming

Lindy West
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The Witches Are Coming

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Lindy West

The Witches Are Coming

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

260

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Setting

2019

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lindy West's The Witches Are Coming critiques contemporary culture, addressing themes of sexism, power dynamics, and political climate. It combines personal anecdotes, cultural commentary, and humor to explore how societal attitudes and media shape public perceptions and treat marginalized individuals.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

26,176 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Witches Are Coming by Lindy West has received mixed reviews. Positives include its sharp, witty critique of cultural and political issues, with West's humor and insightful commentary praised. On the downside, some readers found the book's tone overly strident and repetitive. Overall, it's recognized for its compelling arguments and engaging style.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Witches Are Coming?

Readers who enjoy sharp, witty critiques of contemporary culture, like in Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist or Rebecca Solnit's Men Explain Things to Me, will appreciate Lindy West's The Witches Are Coming. Ideal for those interested in feminist perspectives, media analysis, and social justice.

4.3

26,176 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

260

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Setting

2019

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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