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1. 1. Authority

   

   Authority is a collection of essays by Andrea Long Chu that examines what authority means in contemporary criticism and culture. Chu reads novels, television, theater, and video games, revisiting works such as The Phantom of the Opera and the reception of Octavia Butler, while critiquing the habits of literary critics. She traces the history of criticism from the eighteenth century to the social-media era and argues for a form of criticism fit to respond to real political crises.

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2. 2. Females

   A Concern

   

   In this provocative and thought-provoking exploration of gender and identity, the author challenges conventional notions of femininity by asserting that to be female is a universal condition of submission and desire. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, cultural critique, and philosophical musings, the narrative delves into the complexities of gender roles, examining how societal expectations shape our understanding of what it means to be female. The work invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of gender identity, suggesting that the experience of being female transcends biological and social constructs, ultimately offering a radical reimagining of gender itself.