Feminism Is for Everybody : Passionate Politics

from ahgonzales

This book is great for introducing someone to feminism and particularly how racism plays a part in the "mainstream" movement, which is Bell Hooks' intent. For anyone with more then a beginning understanding of feminism/womanism it's only a repetition of key points. I've lent this book to a few fr...

from 06nwingert

When people hear the word 'feminism,' they automatically think of radical left-wing 'manly women.' However, bell hooks uses Feminism is for Everybody to dispel those notions and misconceptions, and to redefine feminism. Hooks' African-American background gives the book a humorous, 'momma-esque' f...

from 06nwingert

When people hear the word 'feminism,' they automatically think of radical left-wing 'manly women.' However, bell hooks uses Feminism is for Everybody to dispel those notions and misconceptions, and to redefine feminism. Hooks' African-American background gives the book a humorous, 'momma-esque' f...

from gregorybrown

After reading this book, I can understand why it's recommended as the best primer on feminism. bell hooks is interested in tracing out an expansive view of feminism, one with the historical understanding of why the movement evolved the way it did, and what should be done to bring it back to its r...

from noodlejet22

Great little introductory book to feminism or a reference and a quick read. If you've ever wondered or just wanted to clear some things up for yourself or for someone else, YES! this book is for you :-)