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Politics & Society· United States

The Feminine Mystique

by Betty Friedan
Aggregate Editorial Score35/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1963410 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Betty Friedan's The Feminine Mystique (1963) stands as one of the most significant works of politics & society of its era. Friedan identifies 'the problem that has no name'—the dissatisfaction of educated American women trapped in domesticity—and triggers the second wave of feminism. One of the most influential non-fiction books of the twentieth century. Themes of feminism, domesticity, identity run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1963.

Book Details

AuthorBetty Friedan
Published1963
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages410
Category🏛️ Politics & Society
ISBN9780393346787
Editorial Score35/100
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🏛️ Politics & Society

Analysis of political systems, power, and social structures.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
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196310
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Feminine Mystique about?

Friedan identifies 'the problem that has no name'—the dissatisfaction of educated American women trapped in domesticity—and triggers the second wave of feminism. One of the most influential non-fiction books of the twentieth century.

Who wrote The Feminine Mystique?

The Feminine Mystique was written by Betty Friedan, from United States. First published in 1963.

What awards has The Feminine Mystique won?

The Feminine Mystique has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1963.

Is The Feminine Mystique worth reading?

The Feminine Mystique is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 10/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in feminism, domesticity, identity.

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What category is The Feminine Mystique?

The Feminine Mystique is classified as Politics & Society. Analysis of political systems, power, and social structures.

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