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www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Writing

I have a lot of affection for titties': one woman's quest to reclaim her breasts

Thornton's journey to understanding and appreciating breasts led her to write a book challenging societal perceptions of this body part. [ more ]
The Paris Review
2 weeks ago
Writing

On Being Warlike - The Paris Review

Alice Notley is recognized for her greatness in poetry despite her anti-masculinist, anti-patriarchal, and anti-militarist stance. [ more ]
The Atlantic
1 month ago
Writing

Feminism, Womanhood, and Celebrity

Sophie Gilbert explores how women are depicted in pop culture and challenges societal norms
Melissa Febos's book 'Girlhood' is recommended by Sophie as a revealing exploration of womanhood and girlhood in pop culture [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Writing

What a Mughal Princess Can Teach Us About Feminist History

Feminist history aims to uncover marginalized experiences and challenge traditional narratives.
Feminist historians seek to excavate erased subjects and diversify historical perspectives. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Lit Snax: 4.4.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

1. Judith Butler's accessible book addresses the targeting of gender freedom.
2. 'Idlewild' by James Frankie Thomas explores queer coming-of-age in the aftermath of 9/11. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago
LGBT

Just who, exactly, is Kathleen Stock - and why is she going after Judith Butler?

Kathleen Stock is known for her trans-exclusionary views and academic work.
She has been involved in controversial projects and public criticisms of prominent scholars. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 months ago
LGBT

The Right to Change Sex

Gender is a social construct with performative aspects
Judith Butler's idea of gender as performative was influential in gender studies [ more ]
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