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Intercourse
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It sounds cliche- but this book changed my life.
I recall making the decision to read it for the first time, knowing I would not be the same at its conclusion. As a liberal feminist, I was fully aware of the mythos surrounding Dworkin and what a derisive figure she was.
Suffice to say, at the end of Intercourse I realized that liberal feminism was simply re-branding womens oppression for convenience, and that liberation was not so easy. I was well on my way to becoming one of those difficult ladies, a kill joy (and proud of it!) a real feminist- not the fun kind.
Dworkin speaks of consent without catering to males, or anyones hurt feelings, or your 'feminist' boyfriends feelings. Which is most likely why men are so terrified of this text! Dissenters ans those interested in upholding patriarchal society have woven quite a contemptuous picture of Dworkin- take a look at the Dworkin Lie Detector
Intercourse is the book I recommend to friends who are interested in true liberation, not this hugh hefner equality crap that people seem to be stuck on.
I recall making the decision to read it for the first time, knowing I would not be the same at its conclusion. As a liberal feminist, I was fully aware of the mythos surrounding Dworkin and what a derisive figure she was.
Suffice to say, at the end of Intercourse I realized that liberal feminism was simply re-branding womens oppression for convenience, and that liberation was not so easy. I was well on my way to becoming one of those difficult ladies, a kill joy (and proud of it!) a real feminist- not the fun kind.
Dworkin speaks of consent without catering to males, or anyones hurt feelings, or your 'feminist' boyfriends feelings. Which is most likely why men are so terrified of this text! Dissenters ans those interested in upholding patriarchal society have woven quite a contemptuous picture of Dworkin- take a look at the Dworkin Lie Detector
Intercourse is the book I recommend to friends who are interested in true liberation, not this hugh hefner equality crap that people seem to be stuck on.
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Nov 19, 2022 05:57PM
I'm so glad to hear you started this book as a libfem and now seem to be more of a radfem, a true feminist. Props to you for even picking it up - that was very brave! Being a radical feminist can be confronting and difficult, and people will hate you for it, but it's worth it. As Dworkin herself said, "Many women, I think, resist feminism because it is an agony to be fully conscious of the brutal misogyny which permeates culture, society, and all personal relationships."
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