Herland
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3.6 • 247 Ratings
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Publisher Description
An Apple Books Classic edition.
What would happen if men weren’t necessary for humanity’s survival? How would society adjust? Written in 1915 by well-known social reformer and author Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Herland addresses these questions and more. First published in Gilman’s magazine, The Forerunner, the novel not-so-subtly puts forth the notion that a matriarchal world would be a huge improvement over our current situation.
When students Van, Terry, and Jeff set out to find the mythical land of women they’ve heard stories about, they are shocked to find out that it really does exist and that it’s a well-run, advanced utopia. In fact, the only things missing in Herland are violence, poverty, competition…and men. But can this feminist utopia survive its first violent crime in over two thousand years? And will the arrival of men forever change Herland, or will Herland forever change men? Full of suspense, romance, adventure, and betrayal, Gilman’s novel prompts us to question our beliefs and assumptions about society—and imagine how it could be different.
Customer Reviews
Thanks, it has pockets.
Interesting and fast read, but I still have questions about what happens to Ellador after the story ends.
An interesting piece proto-feminism of literature
An interesting take on “utopia” from a woman’s perspective.
A unique way of almost culturally reflecting on differences between men and women. I think it approached both sides respectfully. I do not think Herland is a perfect utopia it is an interesting take on a “perfect women’s society” that should lead to thoughtful discussions on ways we should improve.
More like 4/5 stars but seeing all the men who are hurt by this free book I gave it 5.
And if you felt it called out…maybe sit with that for a moment.
As a woman, I can tell you the number of Terry’s I have met far exceeds any others.
Harland
What an adorable story seeing two sides of everything. If only more people could see it this way.