Women & Power: A Manifesto
Women & Power: A Manifesto
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Women & Power: A Manifesto, Mary Beard examines the historical roots of the exclusion of women from power and explores how women have challenged their subordinate status. The book delves into ancient examples and connects them to contemporary issues, offering insights into the persistent gender inequalities in society.
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Mary Beard's Women & Power: A Manifesto offers a compelling historical perspective on the systemic silencing of women. Critics praise its insightful analysis and engaging style, though some find it lacking in concrete solutions. The book's brief length and repetitive arguments somewhat limit its impact. Overall, a thought-provoking and well-argued call to action.
Who Should Read Women & Power: A Manifesto?
Readers who would enjoy Women & Power: A Manifesto by Mary Beard are likely engaged with feminist literature and history. Comparable enthusiasts of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's We Should All Be Feminists or Rebecca Solnit's Men Explain Things to Me will appreciate Beard's insightful exploration of women's roles and power dynamics through the lens of classical antiquity.
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Book • Nonfiction
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2017
Adult
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