Short Synopsis
In a timely and incisive follow-up to her national bestseller Men Explain Things to Me, Rebecca Solnit offers sharp commentary on women who refuse to be silenced, misogynistic violence, the fragile masculinity of the literary canon, the gender binary, the recent history of rape jokes, and much more.

Full Synopsis
In a timely and incisive follow-up to her national bestseller Men Explain Things to Me, Rebecca Solnit offers sharp commentary on women who refuse to be silenced, misogynistic violence, the fragile masculinity of the literary canon, the gender binary, the recent history of rape jokes, and much more.

In her characteristic style, Solnit mixes humor, keen analysis, and sharp insight in these eleven essays.

"Narrator Tanya Eby's careful diction and smooth delivery are ideal for Rebecca Solnit's powerful essays on feminism." ---AudioFile

"These short, incisive essays that pack a powerful punch." ---Publishers Weekly

"A keen and timely commentary on gender and feminism. Solnit’s voice is calm, clear, and unapologetic; each essay balances a warm wit with confident, thoughtful analysis, resulting in a collection that is as enjoyable and accessible as it is incisive." ---Booklist

"A thought-provoking and important anthology." ---Library Journal

"Trenchant and hopeful, the book reveals that the ongoing work of righting the wrongs of patriarchy is only part of a much larger project of social justice for all people. As always, Solnit is eloquent and sharply insightful." ---Kirkus

"Unexpected and dazzling" ---New York Times

"Solnit documents an uprising of empowerment that can amplify others' voices and stories with the potential to bring meaningful change." ---Shelf Awareness

"An insightful and thoughtful audiobook worth listening to again and again for any additional nuggets missed the first time around." ---Library Journal Audio Review

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