Overview
This message from a first-wave feminist reveals how feminism and feminist theory have changed over the years
A timeless guide to feminism for a new generation. In
Letters to a Young Feminist, Phyllis Chesler, a pioneering voice in the women's liberation movement, offers invaluable insights and advice to young feminists navigating today's complex world. This book is for anyone seeking to understand the history and relevance of feminism, and to find the courage to challenge societal norms and build a strong sense of self.
Through a series of intimate letters, Chesler explores core feminist themes such as sisterhood, sexuality, family, motherhood, work, and power. She provides guidance on navigating relationships, careers, and activism, while encouraging readers to embrace their own unique identities and fight for social justice. Letters to a Young Feminist is a call to action, urging young feminists to reclaim their legacy and create a more equitable future for all.
- Understand the history and relevance of feminism
- Challenge societal norms and build a strong sense of self
- Find community and support in the feminist movement
Reviews
"Chesler's is a strong but nuanced position: in considering patriarchy, she consistently points out that even successful women seldom have access to real sources of power, but she readily admits that support from women strengthens patriarchy, and that women (including feminist women) can be as cruel to their sisters as any man. A provocative message from one generation to another." —Booklist
"Letters to a Young Feminist is a warm, political, irresistible guide for young feminists, women and men." —Gloria Steinem
"Chesler does an admirable job. She writes poignantly." —New York Times
"A frank assessment of the past and radical recipe for the future." —Chicago Tribune
Author Biography
Phyllis Chesler, author of eighteen books and thousands of articles and speeches, is also an emerita professor of psychology and women's studies at City University of New York, a psychotherapist, and an expert courtroom witness. She is cofounder of the Association for Women in Psychology and the National Women's Health Network, a charter member of the Women's Forum and the Veteran Feminists of America, and a founder and board member of the International Committee for the Women of the Wall. She lives in Manhattan.
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