The Second Sex Book by Simone de Beauvoir

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✅ Stitched binding

✅ Matte cover

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✅ Language - English

✅ Dimensions - 5.5 x 8.26 inches

✅ Pages amount 950

✅ Summary

The Second Sex by Simone de Beauvoir is a foundational feminist text that explores the historical, cultural, and philosophical treatment of women. De Beauvoir examines how women have been historically defined and oppressed as the "Other" in relation to men, and she discusses the societal roles imposed on women. The book is divided into two volumes: the first analyzes the biology, psychoanalysis, and mythology surrounding women, while the second explores woman’s position in various spheres of life, such as marriage, motherhood, and work. De Beauvoir argues for women's liberation and the need for them to define themselves beyond traditional gender roles.