From Weinstein to Westminster, a torrent of allegations of sexual harassment and assault have left us reeling. One hundred years since some women were first given the right to vote, we are still struggling to get the grips with the true extent of the gender inequality that continues to flourish in our society. Drawing attention to sexism everywhere from the payroll to the pavement, the Author uncovers the discrimination in our relationships, our workplaces, our homes, our media, at our schools, and on our streets. Often dismissed as “one–offs” or veiled as “banter”, Laura Bates joins the dots to reveal the true scale of sexism: systemic, ingrained, and ignored. The book is a bold, witty, and incisive analysis of current events, and makes a passionate argument for stepping back, opening our eyes an allowing ourselves to see the bigger picture. In doing so, it also fulfills all the ideals that guide us at American Corner Gdansk. Our shelves are full of good, wise books – books like this one, which teach basically the most important things (regardless of gender) in the 21st century: critical thinking and kindness.
