Ain't I a Woman
Black Women and Feminism
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4.5 • 8 Ratings
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- $35.99
Publisher Description
A classic work of feminist scholarship, Ain't I a Woman has become a must-read for all those interested in the nature of black womanhood. Examining the impact of sexism on black women during slavery, the devaluation of black womanhood, black male sexism, racism among feminists, and the black woman's involvement with feminism, hooks attempts to move us beyond racist and sexist assumptions. The result is nothing short of groundbreaking, giving this book a critical place on every feminist scholar's bookshelf.
Customer Reviews
Interesting perspective, a bit long winded though.
This book did a great job of opening my eyes to the true motivates of the feminist movement, as well as what black women dealt with to be included in a group that did not want to include them. I definitely learned a lot. However, the book felt like a fiction book in some parts, due to the fact that it sounded like someone telling a story rather than citing facts. I still recommend this book though.