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Down Girl

The Logic of Misogyny
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Down Girl: The Logic of Misogyny by Kate Manne is a work of moral philosophy that examines the dynamics of misogyny.

Manne introduces the concept of the 'human giver' and 'human being' to illustrate how societal expectations place undue burdens on women.

The book explores how women are often expected to prioritize the needs of others over their own, leading to emotional exhaustion and burnout.

It analyzes the ways in which women are punished for not conforming to these expectations.

Manne's work provides a critical framework for understanding the systemic nature of misogyny and its impact on women's lives.

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Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by Emily Nagoski as a book about the ways women are constrained by societal expectations.
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Mentioned by Victoria Smith in relation to the idea of women as human givers and the invisibility of this expectation.
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Mentioned by Emily Nagoski as an amazing book that inspired the term "human giver syndrome"
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Mentioned by Glennon Doyle as a book discussing the human giver theory.
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Recommended by Mariana Valente , mentioning the book distinguishes misogyny and sexism.
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Mentioned by Amelia Nagoski as a book that introduces the concept of human giver syndrome.
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