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A great starting point for people looking to learn about feminist history. It was refreshingly intersectional and I loved seeing bipoc women getting the credit they deserve/learning more about their part in activism
I just finished “Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger” by Rebecca Traister and it was exactly what I needed. Everyone should read it, especially if you’re like me and have been perpetually angry since 2016.
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An amazing display of research and good writing that integrates current politics with the history of sexism and racism. Worth the read.
2.5 stars. A mixed bag. I am a firm believer that wrath can be harnessed as a massive force for Good. I, too, have wondered why “anger” was minimized in my history classes growing up, as it relates to fueling people (usually women and minorities) who’ve made a positive impact on the world. Rebecca Traister doesn’t shy away from the examples where that wasn’t the case, but it was still refreshing to see a narrative of history-making women that didn’t just focus on their meekness/persistence/stoicism or whatever else society says is “good for women”.
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This is an excellent read . Traister beautifully highlights the fights of women of the past and the importance of the continued fight despite any sexist rhetoric . The call out about a woman’s natural desire to express “extreme” emotions and expression of self,In order to maintain credibility and a semblance of respect from a patriarchal society was especially striking . I think especially In today’s political climate this is a great read
This sums it up:
"As a woman in public life, “you can’t be angry for yourself,” said Clinton. “You just can’t. You can be indignant, you can be annoyed, you can be frustrated, but you can’t be angry.”"
"As a woman in public life, “you can’t be angry for yourself,” said Clinton. “You just can’t. You can be indignant, you can be annoyed, you can be frustrated, but you can’t be angry.”"
3.5 stars. While a quick read, I felt if you are politically aware this was a recap of the last two years (#metoo movement, the election, etc.). I’m also fortunate to live near friends who feel the same way as this book described and the contents of the book felt like many of the conversations we have had over the last two years. I wish there had been more history and detailed look at the women’s anger revolution- which is what I thought this wold be. That said, I still enjoyed reading this book and the way Traister cut down to size those who deserve it.
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