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kenshi's review against another edition
fast-paced
4.0
This book was recommended to me as an introduction to feminism however I wouldn't call it an introduction to feminism at all. It's an introduction into the classical impact on society today and I think it serves it's purpose in that whilst focusing on feminism.
It brought to light connections from the classical world and the modern Western world that I hadn't considered before.
It was a powerful book and a reminder of how much is left to accomplish.
The book is limited by the heavy focus on white political figures (Margaret Thatcher, Hillary Clinton, Angela Merkel and Theresa May) and although the abolitionist and BLM movements are mentioned, Beard does not go into any depth about the people involved. This creates a very 2 dimensional image of the society we live in.
Overall, this is a pleasant and short read and I would give it 4 ⭐
It brought to light connections from the classical world and the modern Western world that I hadn't considered before.
It was a powerful book and a reminder of how much is left to accomplish.
The book is limited by the heavy focus on white political figures (Margaret Thatcher, Hillary Clinton, Angela Merkel and Theresa May) and although the abolitionist and BLM movements are mentioned, Beard does not go into any depth about the people involved. This creates a very 2 dimensional image of the society we live in.
Overall, this is a pleasant and short read and I would give it 4 ⭐
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Rape
sauvageloup's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Bit too short to really address anything in depth, but a good starting point.
pros:
- some interesting thoughts on where modern western misogyny comes from and its portrayal in ancient Greek and Roman texts like the Odyssey, Agamemnon and Lysistrata.
- also a look at how modern female politicians are treated and compared to their male counterparts, and the different types of power.
- also looked at how women tend to lower their voice or wear suits to fit in with men in power.
cons:
- Beard says in the afterword that further she would like to dig into how these power dynamics worked, etc. which I wish had been somewhat included in the text. She didnt really offer how things could be changed exactly, only that power should be reconsidered, not women.
overall, a good read, just wish it had been longer and had more depth!
pros:
- some interesting thoughts on where modern western misogyny comes from and its portrayal in ancient Greek and Roman texts like the Odyssey, Agamemnon and Lysistrata.
- also a look at how modern female politicians are treated and compared to their male counterparts, and the different types of power.
- also looked at how women tend to lower their voice or wear suits to fit in with men in power.
cons:
- Beard says in the afterword that further she would like to dig into how these power dynamics worked, etc. which I wish had been somewhat included in the text. She didnt really offer how things could be changed exactly, only that power should be reconsidered, not women.
overall, a good read, just wish it had been longer and had more depth!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Murder
wanderingdeviant's review against another edition
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
the way politics and history and even language interlinks to suppress and disregard the ideas of women is very intriguing, and mind-numbingly painful. this was a very insightful manifesto and i’d definitely recommend it- especially since it’s such a short read/listen. “for a start it doesn’t much matter what line you take as a woman, if you venture into traditional male territory, the abuse comes anyway. it is not what you say that prompts it, it’s simply the fact that you’re saying it.”
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Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, and Violence
hfleur's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, and Sexual assault
kelbro97's review against another edition
informative
reflective
fast-paced
2.5
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Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, and Violence
typedtruths's review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
3.0
My first dabble into Beard's extensive backlist. A thought-provoking conversation starter about how women are treated in the political sphere and how it ties to Greco-Roman history. A little dry for a novella, though.
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Graphic: Bullying, Misogyny, and Rape
➸ Trigger warnings for Mary Beard's rape is discussed in the afterword, misogyny (theme), and cyberharassment discussed.kkpines's review against another edition
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Sexism
Moderate: Rape
Minor: Bullying
lottie1803's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
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Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, and Sexual assault
qqjj's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual violence
beckybirch's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Rape