Sexual Revolution

Modern Fascism and the Feminist Fightback

Laurie Penny author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:16th Feb '23

Should be back in stock very soon

Sexual Revolution cover

This insightful book examines the intersection of modern masculinity and feminism, arguing for a transformative sexual revolution that can reshape society.

In Sexual Revolution, Laurie Penny explores the profound impact modern masculinity has on society and the urgent need for feminist intervention. The narrative delves into themes of sex, power, trauma, and resilience, emphasizing how these elements intertwine in our contemporary world. As societal norms shift, Penny highlights the transformative potential of this sexual revolution, which challenges traditional definitions of gender, consent, and the significance of individual bodies.

The book presents a compelling argument that the current upheaval in sexual politics poses a significant threat to established social and economic structures. By questioning the authority of institutions ranging from workplaces to familial units, Sexual Revolution illustrates the resistance this change has incited, particularly from far-right factions. Penny's candid and urgent writing style serves as a rallying cry for those seeking to understand and engage with these critical issues.

Ultimately, Sexual Revolution is more than just an analysis; it is a manifesto for social change that envisions a future where feminism can lead to a more equitable society. With its radical perspective on consent, democracy, and desire, this book is both a call to action and a source of hope for anyone invested in the future of sexual politics.

This broad, ambitious book skilfully skewers everyday sexisms … Penny is a skilled polemicist, and their underlying argument, if not exactly original, is vital: that questions of sex and love are central to politics … A perfect summation of our cultural double standards … Penny has a knack for identifying missed connections … This is a broad, ambitious book, and Penny’s writing is vivid and passionate * New Statesman *
A call to arms . . . Sexual Revolution is about shining a spotlight on the changes that are already happening, and encouraging them, despite the backlash, despite the fear * Irish Times *

This is a voice of blazing fury. These are the clear, ferocious words of a millennial, intersectional feminist . . . Penny connects up the dots of the many issues impacting on women’s lives and links them through to the attitudes of a patriarchal, racist and capitalist society . . . The book contains many blistering arguments, including the reminder that what we are tackling is not just one sexual violence case but a whole culture . . . Sexual Revolution provides an analysis of how far we have yet to go

* Herald *
Laurie Penny's searing critique of male dominance, violence and supremacy traces the link between everyday sexism and the far right's project of biopower. Penny's quiet but incandescent anger burns through every page, guiding with wit and erudition us towards solutions that involve a hitherto discounted possibility: that men might change -- Paul Mason
Laurie Penny’s electric new book boldly announces that the feminist sexual revolution is here; we are in the midst of a ‘fundamental reimagining of gender roles and sexual roles, work and love, trauma and violence, pleasure and power.’ Captivating, emphatic, and deeply inspiring, Sexual Revolution lifted me greatly by envisioning the possibilities of our moment -- V (formerly Eve Ensler), author of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES and THE APOLOGY
Brilliant; vital; revolutionary -- Kate Manne
Laurie Penny is a true gift. Their excoriation of the patriarchy and its continued harm against all humans is life-giving, and perhaps only matched by the exceptional warmth and good humour they express while making great strides to change the world -- Clementine Ford, author of FIGHT LIKE A GIRL
I can't really think of another writer who so consistently and bravely keeps thinking and talking and learning and trying to make the world better -- Caitlin Moran (praise for Laurie Penny)

ISBN: 9781526602213

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320 pages