Altman Yuzhu Peng, "A Feminist Reading of China’s Digital Public Sphere" (Palgrave Pivot, 2020)
New Books in East Asian Studies
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Neoliberal Feminism in China's Digital Public Sphere
The chapter explores the rise of neoliberal feminism in China's digital public sphere, its impact on challenging patriarchal norms, and its problematic aspects. It discusses the influence of Western feminist thinking on Chinese women and the adaptation of feminist discourse by digital influencers. The chapter emphasizes the need to address deeper structural issues in Chinese society to achieve gender equality.
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