The Movement

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By Petra Hulova

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In The Movement by Petra Hulova, a dystopian society unfolds where conventional gender roles are reversed in a bid for empowerment and social change. This provocative narrative delves into themes of power dynamics, identity, and societal norms, challenging perceptions and sparking thought on the concept of equality and liberation. It's a compelling exploration of the impact of societal structures on individual lives.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by thought-provoking narratives that explore gender dynamics and societal norms through a dystopian lens. The story delves into themes of power, identity, and the consequences of radical ideology, making it an engaging read for those interested in social commentary and speculative fiction.

The Movement

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The Movement presents a utopia where the feminist Movement has triumphed, and women govern the world. Men undergo training at reeducation facilities to adapt to this new normal in a futuristic satire that challenges our sexual norms.

The Movement's founding ideology stresses that women should be appreciated for their inner qualities rather than their physical attributes. Men are prohibited from being attracted to women based on their bodies. While some men remain unreformed, many submit—or are sent by their wives and daughters—to the Institute for internment and reeducation.

Our narrator, an unapologetic guard at one of these reeducation facilities, recounts how the Movement began, her own personal journey, and what unfolds when a program falters. She is convinced that the Movement is on the brink of achieving its ultimate victory—a time when everyone will conform to its ideals.

Outspoken, ambiguous, and terrifying, this socio-critical satire of our sexual norms pushes the reader well beyond their comfort zone.

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The Movement by Petra Hulova has received praise for its provocative and unsettling portrayal of a dystopian future where women re-educate society to value women beyond appearance. Critically regarded as a satire reminiscent of works like The Handmaid's Tale, it challenges readers with its dark, feminist themes while balancing manifesto and critique. The novel's exploration of gender roles and power dynamics compels readers to consider the ethical implications of a seemingly utopian vision.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781642861006

Publisher: World Editions Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: World Editions Ltd

Contributors:

Translated by Alex Zucker

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Petra Hlov's provocative novels, plays, and screenplays have won numerous awards, including the ALTA National Translation Award for Alex Zucker's translation of her debut novel, All This Belongs to Me, and she is a regular commentator on current events for the Czech press. She studied language, culture, and anthropology at universities in Prague, Ulan Bator, and New York, and was a Fulbright scholar in the USA. Her eight novels and three plays have been translated into thirteen languages. She used to define her writing as "3G": always working with topics of gender, generations, and geography. Her novels are often narrated in first person and range from intimate confessions to buoyant epic sagas. The Movement is her latest novel.