“Facts: Words treated as statement of actuality by those who agree with them.”
Quote by Cheris Kramarae
Work
Amazons, Bluestockings and Crones: A Feminist Dictionary
This dictionary delves into the language and ideas central to feminist thought, providing definitions and explanations of key terms and concepts. more
Author
Cheris Kramarae
Cheris Kramarae (born March 10, 1938) is an American feminist scholar and linguist renowned for her pioneering work in feminist linguistics and gender studies. She served as a professor at the University of Oregon and is best known for co-authoring the influential "A Feminist Dictionary" with Dale Spender in 1985. Her other significant works include "Women and Men Speaking," which examines how language reflects and reinforces gender inequalities. Kramarae's research has profoundly impacted multiple disciplines including linguistics, gender studies, and feminist theory, making her a foundational figure in understanding the relationship between language and gender. more
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