
Book Nerds: Virginia Woolf is Not a Feminist Icon
Renowned and praised for her radical critique of the patriarchy, Virginia Woolf remains a trailblazer for feminism despite her complex history of rac…
London, UK – In celebration of Women's History Month, independent publisher Read & Co. Books has released a concise video highlighting nine essential classic feminist works. The video, shared on their platform, presents a curated selection of books, each displayed individually with its title and page count. Among the featured titles are Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll's House" (146 pages), Virginia Woolf's "A Room of One's Own" (124 pages), and Nellie Bly's investigative exposé "Ten Days in a Mad-House" (98 pages). Other notable inclusions are Charlotte Perkins Gilman's "The Yellow Wallpaper" (30 pages), Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter" (218 pages), and Emily Pankhurst's "My Own Story" (300 pages). The list also features Virginia Brooks' "My Battles with Vice" (248 pages), Kate Chopin's "The Awakening" (150 pages), and Zora Neale Hurston's "Sweat" (46 pages). The publisher, known for specializing in classic literature, aims to guide readers toward impactful works that have shaped feminist discourse. The initiative provides a quick and accessible overview for those looking to explore foundational texts in feminist literature during this commemorative period.
Renowned and praised for her radical critique of the patriarchy, Virginia Woolf remains a trailblazer for feminism despite her complex history of rac…