A review by apryllewis24
Men Explain Things to Me by Rebecca Solnit

5.0

A very insightful book. When I first picked up the book, I thought it would just be about bemoaning instances of "mansplaining" and other forms of dismissiveness towards women. In other words, I thought this would be a book that merely explains what I've already experienced (and will likely continue to experience). However, I did not expect the conversations to go beyond women's experience in the United States. I liked reading the anecdotes and references to situations in other countries. Honestly, I was surprised that the conversation moved to rape, abuse, and other forms of violence; but I'm glad Solnit took the conversation there. Even though this book was only 154 pages, it took days for me to finish. I know I needed time to let what she articulates sink in. Overall, this book has given me a lot to think about and I would highly recommend it.