Feminism, Interrupted

Disrupting Power

Lola Olufemi author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pluto Press

Published:20th Mar '20

Should be back in stock very soon

Feminism, Interrupted cover

This book advocates for a radical feminism that fights against injustice and challenges consumerism, showing how gendered liberation is essential for social justice.

In Feminism, Interrupted, the author calls for a reclamation of a bold and radical feminism that challenges the status quo. The book critiques the commodification of feminism, which has become a trendy label plastered on merchandise, diverting attention from its true purpose as a tool for combating injustice. By examining various forms of state violence against women, the author underscores that feminism should not be reduced to a mere slogan but should serve as a powerful means of resistance.

The narrative delves into critical issues such as reproductive justice, transmisogyny, sex work, and gendered Islamophobia, illustrating how these intersecting struggles are integral to the feminist movement. The author argues that the fight for gendered liberation is inherently linked to broader social justice movements. Through a series of compelling arguments and real-world examples, Feminism, Interrupted emphasizes that the quest for equality is not just about women's rights but about creating a more just society for everyone.

Ultimately, this revolutionary book challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of feminism and its role in contemporary society. It serves as a call to action, urging individuals to engage in the fight for justice and to recognize that true feminism is rooted in solidarity and collective struggle. Feminism, Interrupted is an essential read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of feminism's complexities and its potential to enact real change.

'Reading her is to believe that another world is possible.'

-- Nesrine Malik, Guardian

'A brave manifesto ... [Feminism Interrupted] unravels a silenced history of radicalism and points toward a truly just future'

-- Dana Mills, Jacobin

'I was blown away'

-- Angela Davis

'Powerful'

-- Stylist

'Feminism, Interrupted goes beyond the mainstream and presents the possibilities that can be achieved when we aim to collectively dismantle systematic oppression and violence'

-- Bad Form

'A well-argued, no-nonsense account, and essential reading for anyone interested in the state of Feminism today'

-- Stella Dadzie, co-author of 'The Heart of the Race: Black Women's Lives in Britain'

'Feminism, Interrupted is a lucid and passionate call to action by one of our most dynamic young feminists. Olufemi's manifesto is for a truly radical feminism that liberates us all. If you call yourself a feminist, you need to read this book'

-- Alison Phipps, author of 'Me, Not You: The Trouble with Mainstream Feminism'

'Lola offers a crucial vision that imagines beyond racist, capitalist solutions to oppression... the necessity of this book cannot be overstated for those who call themselves feminists and those who eschew feminism as it presents itself'

-- Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan, author of 'Postcolonial Banter'

'This book shows that the struggle for gendered liberation can change the world for everybody when we refuse to think of it solely as women's work'

-- Refinery29 UK

'It’s the feminist manifesto we need'

-- New Socialist

'A careful and detailed description of a feminist politic that is expansive and fundamentally hopeful'

-- White Pube

'An inspiring call to reclaim feminism from its current commodification, and recognise it as a truly intersectional struggle for social justice'

-- Guar

ISBN: 9780745340067

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 164g

160 pages