The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy

Name: The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781398718739
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The truth about misogyny, and how it affects us all

By Maya Oppenheim

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The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy by Maya Oppenheim offers an insightful examination of the structures and systems that underpin patriarchal societies. The book delves into historical and contemporary examples, illustrating how these systems impact various aspects of life. With incisive commentary, it provides a foundational understanding aimed at those seeking to comprehend and challenge these entrenched power dynamics.
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This thought-provoking book may appeal to you if you're interested in examining and understanding the intricate systems of gender inequality. It provides a compact yet comprehensive exploration of the societal structures that influence everyday life, making it an insightful read for those passionate about gender studies and social justice.

A powerful and necessary guide to getting to grips with patriarchy and the pervasive havoc it wreaks on women's lives across the world, by the only Women's Correspondent at a UK news outlet, The Independent's Maya Oppenheim.

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'This is a vital book. Hand this out in schools, in the workplace, everywhere. It's also beautifully written.' Olivia Colman

'Brilliant. Patriarchy 101' Amnesty UK

'Immersive and accessible' Dazed

'A practical guide and a refreshing perspective... This is 21st-century feminism in action' Angela Rayner

*****

The essential guide for women everywhere, The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy is full to the brim with unbelievable stats, shocking figures and emboldening knowledge to understand and fight the patriarchal systems holding all of us back.

Across the world, women are still denied opportunities and rights. The home remains the most dangerous place for women to be worldwide; with the majority of homicide victims who are women being killed by partners or relatives. In some countries, women who get abortions after they are raped face jail time. Less than 20 per cent of landholders in the world are women. Despite all these truths, many would prefer to blame women. For not demanding a seat at the table. For walking home alone at night. For not working hard enough to overcome the odds that are stacked against them.

In her first fact-filled, inclusive and energising book, Maya Oppenheim supplies you with the unforgettable realities, real-world anecdotes and tales of resistance to help you combat denial and continued injustice as the far-right grows and women's rights come under attack. If yet another rebuttal of patriarchy leaves you lost for words, this book can be pulled out of your pocket.

Utilising her breadth of experience as Women's Correspondent at The Independent - and as the only women's correspondent at a UK news outlet - Maya leaves no stone left unturned and sparks new conversations on:

Women's Health

Sexual Violence

Criminal Justice System

Sex Work

Policing

Far Right

Abortion Rights

And much more across 22 chapters.

Combining poignant stories with startling evidence, The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy is a blazing examination of the systems rigged against us and offers a way forward that could prompt sustainable reform and build a better world for us all.

*****

'Necessary reading for everyone. But most especially for men. Buy it for your next hinge date.' Grace Campbell

'Enormously useful' Selma James

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The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy by Maya Oppenheim is praised for making complex feminist issues accessible and well-articulated. It covers topics like gender inequality, systemic misogyny, and the impact of the patriarchy in various spheres such as health and the criminal justice system. The book is noted for its intersectional approach, blending statistics with personal narratives, and is recommended as essential reading for both men and women seeking to understand and challenge gender inequities.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398718739

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Trapeze

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 271g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Maya Oppenheim is The Independent's Women's Correspondent and the only Women's Correspondent at a UK news outlet. Since starting the role in 2018, she has reported extensively on the themes explored in her book - carrying out interviews with survivors who have first-hand experience of the issues, experts, campaigners, and frontline workers. As well as writing news, features and investigative stories, she writes and curates a women-focused weekly newsletter for The Independent titled Independent Women. Topics Maya had long been writing about previously deemed more marginal have climbed up the political and news agenda, with her helping set the agenda in this area. Prior to working as the Women's Correspondent, she worked on The Independent's News Desk and People Desk, after working as a freelance journalist for Vice, New Statesman, i-D magazine, Buzzfeed, Dazed & Confused, and other publications.