“That so-called feminine ardor for clothes shopping had been flagging for some time. Between 1980 and 1986, at the same time that women were buying more houses, cars, restaurant dinners, and health care services, they were buying fewer pieces of clothing-from dresses to underwear.”
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Backlash: the undeclared war against American women
This book delves into the various issues and obstacles encountered by women in America, exploring the historical and contemporary context of gender inequality. more
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Susan Faludi
Susan Faludi is an American journalist and author known for her profound analysis of gender, cultural, and political issues. Born on April 18, 1959, she graduated from Columbia University and worked as a journalist for publications such as The New Yorker and Time Magazine. Her works include 'Stiffed: The Betrayal of the American Man' and 'The Breakdown of American Family: The Decline of the American Dream', the latter of which won the Pulitzer Prize. more
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