Ain't I a Woman
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bell hooks
A classic work of feminist scholarship, Ain't I a Woman has become a must-read for all those interested in the nature of black womanhood. Examining the impact of sexism on black women during slavery, the devaluation of black womanhood, black male sexism, racism among feminists, and the black woman's involvement with feminism, hooks attempts to move us beyond racist and sexist assumptions. The result is nothing short of groundbreaking, giving this book a critical place on every feminist scholar's bookshelf.
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Author
bell hooks
Pages
220
Publisher
Routledge
Published Date
2014-12-17
ISBN
1317588614 9781317588610
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"Serves up the history of feminism from the perspectives of all American subcultures as it pertained to Black Women. Bell Hooks makes the book easy to understand while bringing to attention aspects of the foundations of feminism that are often hidden or overshadowed in the American curriculum. Sparks introspection surrounding socialization in American Society from its founding and how a social hierarchy contributes to systems of imperialism and racial apartheid. Everyone should read this book to understand the plight of black women in America from their POV, and to learn things about this country that you may not have known before. "
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Carson Batie
"I just loved how she deconstructed the pros and cons of feminism and intersectionality. Discussing white feminists' hypocrisy, black men's complicity and black women's unique role regarding racism, sexism and feminism. Topics that are still happening in this day and age. Overall a 10/10!!!"
BreAna
"This book shines a light on a part of history I was never taught in schools. This book should be taught in schools and I am dissapointed I have graduated without ever even hearing of this peice of literature. Enraptured and revolted, an absolute must for the inclusive feminist."
sabrina stirling
