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Accidental Feminists
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See moreWestern women over fifty are a revolutionary generation. They are the first in history to have been in paid work for most of their lives. The power and freedom of this financial independence is unprecedented. But this financial transformation is not equally enjoyed. Jane Caro investigates what predisposes some women to succeed and others to fall.
How one generation became feminists-by accident
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How one generation became feminists by accident.
Women over fifty-five are of the generation that changed everything. We didn't expect to. Or intend to. We weren't brought up much differently from the women who came before us, and we rarely identified as feminists, although almost all of us do now.
Accidental Feminists is our story. It explores how the world we lived inβwith the pill and a regular pay chequeβtransformed us and how, almost in spite of ourselves, we revolutionised the world.
It is a celebration of grit, adaptability, energy and persistence. It is also a plea for future generations to keep agitating for a better, fairer world.
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Accidental Feminists by Jane Caro receives praise for its insightful portrayal of the societal changes experienced by Australian women since the 1950s. Reviewers commend Caro's engaging narrative that blends personal anecdotes and historical context to highlight the unintended feminist movements sparked by post-war women. The book's exploration of generational differences and the impact of policy shifts is noted for stimulating thought and discussion.
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ISBN: 9780522872835
Publisher: Melbourne University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 February 2019
Country: Australia
Imprint: Melbourne University Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 17.0mm
Width: 154.0mm
Height: 233.0mm
Weight: 324g
Pages: 233
About the Author
Jane Caro is an author, novelist, broadcaster, columnist, advertising writer and social commentator.
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