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“When those who dominate you get you to take the initiative in your own human destruction, you have lost more than any oppressed people yet has ever gotten back.”

Quote by Andrea Dworkin

Book:Intercourse
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Intercourse

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the mechanics, cultural significance, and personal experiences associated with sexual intercourse. more

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Andrea Dworkin
Andrea Dworkin

Andrea Dworkin was an American writer and activist known for her work in feminist theory and activism. She focused on issues of pornography, violence against women, and the intersection of gender and politics. Her influential works include 'Intercourse' and 'Pornography: Men Possessing Women'. more

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