Bibliograph

Misogyny, the new activism, Gail Ukockis

Type

Label

Misogyny, the new activism, Gail Ukockis

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Misogyny

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1028180647

Responsibility statement

Gail Ukockis

Sub title

the new activism

Summary

"New aspects of the misogyny that impacts girls and women worldwide continue to emerge every day. However, recent movements (e.g., #MeToo, Time's Up, the Women's March) indicate a strong hunger for a meaningful resource for thoughtful activists. Impassioned but practical, this book discusses the social contexts of misogyny, such as toxic masculinity and rape culture. It traces the history of misogyny and considers its meaning today--what is new and what is old. The author also proposes strategies for effective feminist action. Written for advocates of gender equality who are already aware of misogyny, the book includes Action Steps as tools for activism on both the individual and political levels. Misogyny is a timely text that offers concrete guidance as we strive for the egalitarian society that, despite all setbacks, we are capable of achieving."--, Provided by publisher"Impassioned but practical, this book will call out what needs to be called out about misogyny and propose strategies for effective action. Most of the current books on feminism are 'wake up calls' but this book is aimed toward the persons who are already aware and want to fight misogyny"--, Provided by publisherNew aspects of misogyny emerge every day. Recent movements such as #MeToo, Time's Up, and the Women's March, indicate a strong hunger for a meaningful resource for thoughtful activists. Ukockis discusses the social contexts of misogyny, such as toxic masculinity and rape culture. She traces the history of misogyny and considers its meaning today, while also proposing strategies for effective feminist action. The result is a timely text that offers concrete guidance as we strive for the egalitarian society that we are capable of achieving. -- adapted from jacket

Table Of Contents

Introduction: I'm a feminist - now what? -- A closer look at misogyny -- Silencing of women -- Intersectionality -- When masculinity becomes toxic -- When a culture is embedded with rape -- Pandora's jar: the messy politics of reproductive health -- Reflections: the inner work of activism -- Taking action: the outer work of activism -- Failure is impossible

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