D'Atri, Andrea
Bread and Roses: Gender and Class Under Capitalism
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745341187
- author:
- D'Atri, Andrea
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Pluto Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 13.5 centimeters (0.23 kg
- Genre:
- History, World History, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bread and Roses: A Radical Socialist Feminism for Emancipation Andrea D'Atri explores the history of feminism through the struggles of women and workers, tracing the divergent paths taken by feminists in their quest for liberation. From the French Revolution to Queer Theory, D'Atri analyzes the successes and dead ends of feminist movements, highlighting the crucial role that women play in leading the charge for a new revolution. The global working class is disproportionately made up of women, making them central to shaping an alternative future. In this book, D'Atri makes a passionate plea for dismantling capitalist patriarchy and creating a more just society. By examining the intersection of feminism and socialism, D'Atri offers a compelling vision for a radical socialist feminism that can bring about true emancipation. This book is a powerful call to action, urging readers to rethink their assumptions about feminism and its relationship with capitalism. With its clear analysis and unflinching critique of patriarchal systems, Bread and Roses is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in feminist theory and social justice.