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Ain't I a Woman

Book • 1987
In 'Ain't I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism', bell hooks examines the historical and ongoing impact of racism and sexism on Black women, from slavery to the feminist movements of the 20th century.

The book critiques the white feminist movement for neglecting the experiences of Black women and highlights the need for an intersectional approach to address these issues.

It is a foundational work in feminist theory, emphasizing the intertwined struggles against racism and sexism.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

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Mentioned as making clear what feminism meant to her at the end of the book.
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Mentioned by Ben Connelly as a pioneering intersectional feminist who published about 30 books.
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