Manne, Kate
Down Girl: The Logic of Misogyny
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141990729
- author:
- Manne, Kate
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Feminism & Feminist Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Down Girl: The Logic of Misogyny by Kate Manne Misogyny is a complex and multifaceted issue that is often misunderstood. In this thought-provoking book, Kate Manne explores the underlying logic of misogyny, arguing that it is not simply a matter of hatred or hostility towards women, but rather a system of control and punishment that seeks to maintain male dominance. Manne's analysis reveals how misogyny operates through the policing and exclusion of women who challenge male norms, while rewarding those who conform. This forensic examination of the logic of misogyny is essential reading for understanding the #MeToo era and the ongoing struggle for gender equality. Through her insightful analysis, Manne sheds light on the ways in which misogyny persists and even increases, even in the face of progress towards greater equality. This book is a crucial contribution to the ongoing conversation about gender, power, and social justice.
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