Stiffed: The Betrayal of the American Man marks Susan Faludi’s compelling follow-up, arriving on the literary scene in 1999. With this opus, she delves deeper into the labyrinth of gender dynamics, weaving a narrative rich with the reflections and expressions of men in the post–World War II era.

Simone de Beauvoir’s revolutionary 1953 tome, The Second Sex, masterfully interlaces the threads of history, philosophy, economics, and biology to unravel the complex tapestry of women's roles in the latter half of the twentieth century. Released long before the world turned its full gaze on the myriad issues concerning women's societal positions, it stands as a pioneering discourse on feminism in the post-war landscape.

An Anthology of Women's Impact

The Reader’s Companion to U.S. Women’s History assembles a remarkable collection of four hundred illuminating articles that bring to light the often-overlooked contributions of women in shaping American history. Edited by the formidable team of Wilma Mankiller, Gwendolyn Mink, Marysa Navarro, and Gloria Steinem, this 1999 publication presents insightful essays, such as those detailing the vital roles of Native American women and the harrowing narratives of female slaves’ lives.

Grace Paley's Literary Lens

Grace Paley, an American writer of profound depth, has embraced identities as a pacifist, feminist, and anarchist. Her stories artfully depict characters navigating their places within a society that frequently imposes rigid gender-based constraints. The Collected Stories, released in 1995, gathers over thirty years of her celebrated tales, showcasing her enduring literary prowess.