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LGBTQ+ Demographic Studies - Material Girls: Why Reality Matters for Feminism

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Book Synopsis: 'A clear, concise, easy-to-read account of the issues between sex, gender and feminism . . . an important book' Evening Standard'A call for cool heads at a time of great heat and a vital reminder that revolutions don't always end well' Sunday Times Material Girls is a timely and trenchant critique of the influential theory that we all have an inner feeling known as a gender identity, and that this feeling is more socially significant than our biological sex.Professor Kathleen Stock surveys the philosophical ideas that led to this point, and closely interrogates each one, from De Beauvoir's statement that, 'One is not born, but rather becomes a woman' (an assertion she contends has been misinterpreted and repurposed), to Judith Butler's claim that language creates biological reality, rather than describing it. She looks at biological sex in a range of important contexts, including women-only spaces and resources, healthcare, epidemiology, political organization and data collection.Material Girls makes a clear, humane and feminist case for our retaining the ability to discuss reality, and concludes with a positive vision for the future, in which trans rights activists and feminists can collaborate to achieve some of their political aims.

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Are you ready to challenge the prevailing theories on gender and feminism? Look no further than 'Material Girls: Why Reality Matters for Feminism'. This thought-provoking book by Professor Kathleen Stock aims to unravel the notion of gender identity and its dominance over our biological sex. It's time to question the validity of this influential theory and reevaluate our understanding of feminism.

With a clear and concise writing style, Professor Stock takes us on a journey through the philosophical ideas that shaped this theory. From Simone de Beauvoir's famous statement, "One is not born, but rather becomes a woman," to Judith Butler's claim that language molds our biological reality. No stone is left unturned as she dissects these assertions and challenges their interpretations.

But it doesn't stop there. 'Material Girls' delves into the impact of biological sex on various aspects of life, including women-only spaces, healthcare, epidemiology, political organization, and data collection. Professor Stock invites us to critically examine these contexts and consider the implications of disregarding biological sex.

This book is not about division; it's about unity. 'Material Girls' presents a compelling case for the importance of discussing reality, while envisioning a future where trans rights activists and feminists can collaborate to achieve their political goals. Let's join forces and create a society where everyone's voices are heard, without erasing the significance of our biological identities.

Discover the truth and ignite the feminist conversation. Take a step towards understanding the complexities of gender and its relation to feminism. Order 'Material Girls: Why Reality Matters for Feminism' today and be part of a movement that questions, debates, and inspires change.

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