The Dialectic Of Sex by Shulamith Firestone
The Case for Feminist Revolution
"The Dialectic of Sex" is a radical feminist analysis that argues for the dismantling of traditional family structures and gender roles, positing that the oppression of women is intrinsically linked to their biological reproductive roles. The book critiques historical materialism and calls for a revolutionary reorganization of society, including the use of technology to liberate women from the tyranny of reproduction. It explores how these changes could lead to broader social and cultural transformations, advocating for a future where gender and sexual differences are irrelevant, and true equality can be achieved.
The 5989th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1970
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 48th on Ms. Readers’ 100 Best Feminist Non-Fiction Books of All Time (Ms. Magazine)
- 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of the 20th Century (and Beyond) in English (Counterpunch)