The Feminine Mystique. Book Summary

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Betty Friedan

What’s inside

Betty Friedan’s ‘The Feminine Mystique’ challenges the 1950s view of women’s roles, sparking the second-wave feminism movement in the United States.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding historical gender roles
  • Gaining insight into feminist theory
  • Recognizing the influence of media on identity
  • Inspiring activism and social change

Key Points

  • The Problem That Has No Name
  • The Happy Housewife Myth
  • Education and Women’s Aspirations
  • The Sexual Solipsism of Sigmund Freud
  • The Impact of Media on Women
  • The Need for Social Change
  • The Power of Activism

Who’s it For

  • Feminists
  • Gender Studies Students
  • Sociologists
  • History Buffs
  • Women Seeking Empowerment

About the author

Betty Friedan was a pioneering feminist writer and activist, whose work catalyzed the modern feminist movement.