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“Caputi defines serial sex murder as 'gynocide, sexually political murder, an extreme form of terrorism in the service of the patriarchal state'. The result of this and other acts of sexual terrorism is that 'women are supposed to accept it as a "normal" , unavoidable consequence of modern life that we must conduct our lives in constant vigilance and fear, restricting our movements, staying inside at night'.”

Quote by Sheila Jeffreys

Work

Anticlimax: a feminist perspective on the sexual revolution

Anticlimax delves into the complexities of the sexual revolution, examining its implications and consequences through a feminist lens. The book investigates how the movement has shaped contemporary attitudes towards sex, relationships, and gender roles. more

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Sheila Jeffreys
Sheila Jeffreys

Sheila Jeffreys is a renowned political scientist born on May 13, 1948. Her research focuses on gender politics and feminist theory, offering profound insights into issues of gender inequality and women's rights. more

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