“We're herded into schools and terrified into behaving. Taught how we're supposed to pretend to be, taught to parrot all kinds of nonsense at the flick of a switch, taught to keep our heads down and our elbows in and shut off our minds and shut off our sex. We learn we can't even piss when we have to. That's how we learn to be plastic and dumb.”
Quote by Marge Piercy
Work
Dance the Eagle to Sleep
This book delves into the complexities of cultural heritage and the impact of historical events on contemporary life, through the lens of a narrative that intertwines personal stories with broader historical contexts. more
Author
Marge Piercy
Marge Piercy is an American poet born on March 31, 1936. Her poetry extensively covers social and political issues, known for her profound social consciousness and feminist perspective. more
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