Herland
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3.6 • 94 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.
This book should be a mandatory classic
I find myself re-reading this book every few years, and I reference it constantly in my mind. It is the “Barbie” movie of the early 1900s. Reading it offers perspective to everybody, challenges thoughts and beliefs, and offers a keen insight into the culture of the time. I wish this book was mandatory reading in public education. I feel we all have something to benefit from this book.
Propaganda
Since when do women left to themselves for 2,000 years evolve into gods? And why are they all free from all human desires that could possibly be bad? And how did they cure all diseases known to humans? This book is written by an author who believes that white women are the apex of humanity. She also seems to take a dim view of all major religions. The plot is nonexistent and the only reason I finished this book was to give it fair trial. It failed the test and should never be considered a classic.