The Female Man

Name: The Female Man
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SKU: 9781399607759
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The Best of the SF Masterworks

By Joanna Russ

Series: S.F. Masterworks

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The Female Man by Joanna Russ is a groundbreaking Sci-Fi novel that explores the lives of four women living in parallel universes, each with distinct societal norms. Through their encounters, the novel challenges gender roles and examines feminist themes, prompting reflection on identity and equality. It's a provocative tale that merges speculative fiction with a critique of societal expectations.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by feminist perspectives and imaginative narratives that challenge societal norms. It offers a thought-provoking exploration of gender roles through the lives of four women from parallel universes, blending science fiction with powerful commentary on identity and society. If you're a fan of exploring different realities and analysing the complexities of gender, this book may particularly resonate with you.

The Female Man

A landmark book in the fields of science fiction and feminism.

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Joanna. Jeannine. Janet. Jael.

Four women, four worlds, four vastly different societies.

When these women are suddenly able to communicate with each other through the boundaries of dimensions, they are confronted with what could have been if one thing changed in history. And they find themselves looking at their own worlds with new eyes.

Acclaimed as one of the essential works of science fiction, The Female Man examines gender roles in society and remains a work of great power. It won a retrospective James Tiptree Jr. Award and a 2002 Gaylactic Spectrum Hall of Fame award.

'A stunning book, a work to be read with great respect. It's also screamingly funny' - San Francisco Review of Books

'She was brilliant in a way that couldn't be denied' - The New Yorker

'It's a gorgeous book, frankly, and well worth any reader's time' - Tor.com

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The Female Man by Joanna Russ is celebrated for its feminist perspective and inventive narrative structure, often hailed as a groundbreaking work in science fiction. Critics praise its exploration of gender, identity, and societal norms through the lens of parallel universes, highlighting Russ's sharp wit and compelling character development. Some reviews mention its complex style, challenging traditional storytelling, which can be both engaging and thought-provoking for readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399607759

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Joanna Russ was born in New York City and is regarded as one of the leading feminist science fiction writers. She has won the Hugo and Nebula Awards.