This Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female, and Feminist in (White) America
This Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female, and Feminist in (White) America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018
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BetaThis Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female, and Feminist in (White) America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018258
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
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Gender & Feminism•
Social Justice2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
This Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female, and Feminist in (White) America by Morgan Jerkins is a collection of essays exploring the experiences of a Black woman navigating race, gender, and feminism in America. Jerkins combines personal anecdotes and cultural critique, addressing issues like identity, societal expectations, and empowerment.
Contemplative
Challenging
Informative
Emotional
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Morgan Jerkins' This Will Be My Undoing offers a bold, introspective look at identity, race, and feminism. Critics praise her candid narrative and insightful commentary on the challenges of existing as a Black woman in America. However, some note inconsistencies in tone and depth. Overall, Jerkins' work is a compelling addition to intersectional feminist literature.
Who Should Read This Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female, and Feminist in (White) America?
For readers who are captivated by personal essays exploring race, gender, and identity, Morgan Jerkins' This Will Be My Undoing offers a powerful narrative. Fans of Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's We Should All Be Feminists will find this work resonating and insightful.
6,711 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
258
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
•
Gender & Feminism•
Social Justice2018
Adult
18+ years
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