Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism

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And Other Arguments for Economic Independence

By Kristen R Ghodsee

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Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism by Kristen R. Ghodsee explores how socialist policies can lead to more equitable socio-economic conditions, which in turn may contribute to women's happiness and improve their intimate lives. It argues that socialism's focus on welfare and equality provides greater personal freedom and support for women, enhancing their well-being and satisfaction. The book delves into historical and modern examples, presenting a provocative case for how economic and social systems affect gender dynamics and personal relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the intersection of politics, economics, and gender relations. It provides a thought-provoking analysis of how different economic systems can impact women's lives, relationships, and sexual experiences, making it ideal for those curious about feminist theory and socio-economic critiques.

A spirited, witty, deeply researched exploration of why socialism, when done right, can lead to economic independence, better work-life balance, and, yes, even better sex.

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A "brilliant," "engaging," and "valuable," (Financial Times) exploration of why capitalism hurts women and how socialism, when done right, can bring economic independence, better labour conditions and, yes, even better sex.

In Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism, acclaimed ethnographer Kristen R. Ghodsee argues that unregulated capitalism disproportionately harms women—at work, at home, in government, and in the bedroom. Having spent years researching what happened to women in countries that transitioned from state socialism to capitalism, Ghodsee claims that by rejecting the bad and salvaging the good, we can adapt some socialist ideas to the twenty-first century and improve our lives.

This book is a spirited, witty, and deeply researched exploration of why socialism—when done right—can lead to economic independence, better work-life balance, and yes, even better sex. It's become increasingly clear to women that capitalism isn't working for us, and Ghodsee is the informed, lively guide who can show us the way forward.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781645036364

Publisher: Bold Type Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Bold Type Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 188.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Kristen R. Ghodsee is professor of Russian and East European Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. Her eight books on gender, socialism, and post-socialism in Eastern Europe have been translated into nineteen languages. Ghodsee's writing has been published in the Washington Post, New York Times, and Le Monde Diplomatique, among other outlets. She's appeared on the PBS NewsHour and France 24 as well as on many podcasts, including NPR's Throughline and The Ezra Klein Show. She lives outside Philadelphia.