“S and M is only the expression in the bedroom of an oppressive-submissive relation which can happen also in the kitchen or at the factory, can happen between people of any gender. There is obviously something titillating about these relationships, but it isn't the sexual components that makes them ugly, they're uglier elsewhere. Nothing sexual is depraved. Only cruelty is depraved, and that's another matter.”
This novel delves into the personal and societal challenges faced by women during the 1960s, offering a nuanced portrayal of their experiences and aspirations. more
Marilyn French, born on November 21, 1929 and died on May 2, 2009, was a prominent American author known for her feminist perspective in her works. Her writings focused on the status of women in society, family, and sexuality, with notable works including 'The Feminine Mystique'. more
“Beliefs are the eyelids of the mind.”
“Ducking for apples -- change one letter and it's the story of my life.”
“She was pleased to have him come and never sorry to see him go.”
“It's been so long since I made love, I can't even remember who gets tied up.”