“Goddesses never die. They slip in and out of the world's cities, in and out of our dreams, century after century, answering to different names, dressed differently, perhaps even disguised, perhaps idle and unemployed, their official altars abandoned, their temples feared or simply forgotten.”
This book delves into the societal and medical perspectives on women's mental health, examining the historical context and the impact of gender on diagnosis and treatment in psychiatric care. more
Phyllis Chesler is an American writer born on October 1, 1940. Her works primarily focus on feminism, Jewish identity, and religious conflict. Chesler is known for her significant contributions to feminist theory and practice. more
“You can never tell what's in a woman's mind, And if she's from Harlem, there's no use o' tryin”
“Boredom provides a stronger inclination to write than anything.”
“To be corrupted by totalitarianism, one does not have to live in a totalitarian country.”