Woman Hating
“Woman Hating” by Andrea Dworkin, published by Penguin Canada on February 25, 2025, is a significant work that explores the deep-rooted hatred of women embedded in society. This edition spans 240 pages and is presented in English. Dworkin’s debut articulates how male violence and oppression have been normalized throughout history, drawing connections from fairy tales to erotic literature and witch-burnings, ultimately aiming for societal revolution.
Readers will find a critical examination of the intersections of religion, politics, and gender studies within the text. Dworkin’s analysis highlights the historical context of discrimination and violence against women, offering insights into the ongoing struggles for liberation. This book serves as a vital resource for those interested in feminism, feminist theory, and the social sciences, contributing to a deeper understanding of the societal dynamics that continue to affect women’s lives today.
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‘This book is an action, a political action where revolution is the goal’
Andrea Dworkin’s blazing, prophetic debut argued that a deep-rooted hatred of women has been ingrained in society for centuries – and still governs us today. From fairy tales to erotic novels to witch-burnings, she uncovers the ways in which male violence and oppression have been normalized throughout history, and points the way to liberation.
‘To see where we are going we must understand where we have been. Woman Hating is a much needed and long overdue addition toward that understanding’ Audre Lorde
‘A singularly powerful voice … Dworkin gave definitive expression to the radical feminist tenet that sexual domination was the beating heart of patriarchy’ Amia Srinivasan, LRB
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