Description
Simone de Beauvoir's seminal work, "The Second Sex," is a profound exploration of women's experiences throughout history and society. This groundbreaking philosophical treatise meticulously dissects the social, cultural, and biological constructs that have defined femininity and relegated women to the status of the 'Other.' Beauvoir challenges traditional notions of gender, arguing that 'one is not born, but rather becomes, a woman,' and calls for a radical reevaluation of women's roles and freedoms. Her incisive analysis remains a cornerstone of feminist thought, inspiring generations to question patriarchal structures and strive for genuine liberation.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage
Published Jan 1, 1989
791 pages
ISBN: 9780679724513
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Details
First Published
1949
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
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