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Femininity and Domination

Studies in the Phenomenology of Oppression

Sandra Lee Bartky author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:20th Nov '90

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This insightful book critiques the societal norms that enforce feelings of inferiority in women, highlighting the biases in contemporary theories and the concept of femininity.

In Femininity and Domination, the author explores the intricate ways in which societal norms and expectations shape women's experiences. Drawing on daily life, the narrative reveals the various disguises that perpetuate feelings of inferiority among women. Through insightful analysis, the book highlights how these perceptions are often rooted in deeply ingrained patriarchal structures that dictate what it means to be 'properly feminine.'

The author critiques the male bias present in contemporary theories, arguing that they often overlook the lived realities of women. By addressing this gap, Femininity and Domination offers a fresh perspective on the relationship between gender and power. It challenges readers to reconsider the frameworks through which femininity is understood and the impact of these frameworks on women's self-perception and autonomy.

Furthermore, the book delves into how the concept of 'proper femininity' exerts a debilitating influence over women's bodies and identities. By unpacking these societal pressures, the author encourages a critical examination of how femininity is constructed and the implications this has for women's liberation. Ultimately, Femininity and Domination serves as both a critique of existing paradigms and a call to action for redefining femininity in a more empowering context.

ISBN: 9780415901864

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 420g

156 pages