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A review by clacksee
Feminism is for Everybody by bell hooks
challenging
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.75
After my disappointment earlier in the week (TERFy, exclusionary vibes in We Should All Be Feminists), this one was – in many ways – refreshing.
The author defines feminism as ‘anti-sexism’. Now that’s the sort of movement I’m 100% behind. And generally, I found the ideas presented in this book were ones I agreed with.
But some of the language used was frustrating. For example, the phrase ‘feminism is for everybody’ is used throughout the book – usually followed by ‘both females and males’. Additionally, the author repeatedly refers to lesbianism as a choice. In fact, the three sexualities discussed are: heterosexuality, lesbianism, and lesbianism-by-choice.
Although some of the language is exclusionary, it doesn’t *feel* intentional. On the whole, this book challenged me and made a positive impression.
In the end, I’m left with the feeling that the hook’s idea of feminism really is for everybody. It truly feels inclusive – even if the wording sometimes isn’t.
The author defines feminism as ‘anti-sexism’. Now that’s the sort of movement I’m 100% behind. And generally, I found the ideas presented in this book were ones I agreed with.
But some of the language used was frustrating. For example, the phrase ‘feminism is for everybody’ is used throughout the book – usually followed by ‘both females and males’. Additionally, the author repeatedly refers to lesbianism as a choice. In fact, the three sexualities discussed are: heterosexuality, lesbianism, and lesbianism-by-choice.
Although some of the language is exclusionary, it doesn’t *feel* intentional. On the whole, this book challenged me and made a positive impression.
In the end, I’m left with the feeling that the hook’s idea of feminism really is for everybody. It truly feels inclusive – even if the wording sometimes isn’t.