Intelligence Squared Difficult Women: The Defining Fights of Feminism, with Helen Lewis and Caroline Criado Perez
Mar 6, 2020
Helen Lewis, a staff writer at The Atlantic and author of 'Difficult Women,' uncovers the often overlooked narratives of feminism. She argues that many female pioneers are forgotten because they don't fit the 'cuddly' heroine stereotype. Joined by feminist campaigner Caroline Criado Perez, they delve into the historical struggles of women, the generational divides in the movement, and the complexities of being labeled 'difficult.' Together, they shine a light on the importance of embracing non-conformity in the fight for women's rights.
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Divorce and Citizenship
- Divorce law reform is crucial for women's full citizenship.
- Before such reforms, women were legally wards of their fathers or husbands.
Marie Bonaparte's Story
- Marie Bonaparte, influenced by Freud's flawed theories, underwent clitoral surgery.
- She aimed to achieve orgasm through intercourse but failed, highlighting harmful societal pressures.
Erin Pizzey's Transformation
- Erin Pizzey, who pioneered women's refuges, later became a men's rights activist.
- This shows feminist achievements can be made by non-feminists, demonstrating the movement's complexity.
