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Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism: And Other Arguments for Economic Independence by Kristen R. Ghodsee
3 reviews
rorikae's review against another edition
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
'Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism And Other Arguments For Economic Independence' by Kristen R Ghodsee is an interesting look at how capitalism effects women and makes them beholden to broken systems. Ghodsee looks into moments in history and how socialism in different countries has had a positive impact on women's lives. Though Ghodsee does comment on how the intersection of gender with race and sexuality exacerbates issues, this book definitely focuses the most distinctly on the effect of capitalism and socialism on white straight women's lives in comparison to white straight men's lives. I found that really this book focused most on discussing how capitalism harms women and ensures that they have to perform lots of unpaid labor. It presented insightful commentary that is important to consider as people living in a a capitalist society. Ultimately, I think it is a good jumping off point to introduce these concepts and should be paired with other texts that discuss intersectionality, patriarchy, capitalism, and more in more depth.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, and Pregnancy
zombiezami's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Informative and illuminating. I didn't feel that the conclusion matched the rest of the content, since it was mostly a call for everyone to vote.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism and Misogyny
Moderate: Sexual content, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting
Minor: Trafficking, Homophobia, Cancer, Physical abuse, Religious bigotry, Sexual harassment, Abortion, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Sexual violence, Violence, and Suicide
toffishay's review
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
3.75
I really enjoyed this book overall. I found it informative and I think it's accessible for anyone, but particularly interesting if you have studied sociology or history of the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc before. Some parts fall a little flat and the calls to action are nothing new. I still found the approach of this book to be really unique and I a great intro to thinking about this topics.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism and Misogyny
Minor: Emotional abuse, War, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Sexual violence
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