Sheila Jeffreys Ordre des livres

In this blisteringly persuasive and piercingly intelligent book, Sheila Jeffreys argues that women live under penile imperialism, a regime in which men are assumed to have a ‘sex right’ of access to the bodies of women and girls. She reasons that the ‘sexual revolution’ that began in the 1960s unleashed an explicit male sexual liberation and that even now, under current laws and cultural mores, women do not have the right to self-determination in relation to their bodies. Sheila Jeffreys argues that the exercise of the male sex right has mainstreamed misogynist attitudes and so-called sexual freedom has meant the freedom of men to use women and children with impunity. The power dynamics of sex, rather than being eliminated, has been eroticised, supported by state regulations and structures that have further entrenched male domination. Sheila Jeffreys contends that women’s human rights are profoundly harmed and sexual violence is used more than ever to enforce social control of women. This is a sobering and brilliant analysis of the modern predicament of women that is impossible to ignore.

In diesem Buch wurdem verschiedene Arbeiten der Autorin, Sheila Jeffreys, aus ihrem Leben als Aktivistin und Professorin gesammelt. Das Buch ist eine Ausgabe, die verschiedene Analysen der Autorin zu den wichtigsten feministischen Themen vereint, von denen einige in der zweiten feministischen Welle entstanden, aber auch heute noch relevant sind. Wir haben es mit einer Autorin zu tun, die angesichts des neuen patriarchalen Rückschlags, den wir derzeit durch den Transaktivismus erleben, der versucht, Frauen als rechtliche und soziale Kategorie auszulöschen und Männern den Zugang zu sicheren Räumen zu ermöglichen, für die Frauen und Feministinnen vor Jahrhunderten gekämpft haben, von großer Bedeutung ist.

Trigger Warning: My Lesbian Feminist Life is both an engaging autobiography and a fascinating account of feminist history, from the heady days of the Women's Liberation Movement through to the backlash against radical feminism as neoliberal laissez-faire attitudes took hold. Fast forward to the current re-examination of feminism in light of the #MeToo movement and an emerging new wave of radical feminism--Sheila Jeffreys' bold account makes it clear that the feminism and lesbianism she has championed for decades is needed more than ever. With honesty and frankness, she tells of victories and setbacks in her unrelenting commitment to women's freedom from men's violence, especially the violence inherent in pornography and prostitution. We also learn what her steadfastness has cost her in terms of personal and professional rewards. Trigger Warning places radical feminism within a cultural, social, and intellectual context while also taking us on a personal journey. Sheila Jeffreys has tirelessly crossed the globe to advance radical feminist theory and practice and we are invited to share in the intellectual and political crossroads she has encountered during her life. Accessible yet detailed and rigorous, this landmark volume is essential reading for everyone who has ever wondered what radical feminism really is.

Focusing on the significant yet overlooked contributions of lesbian feminists, the book highlights their essential role in the Women's Liberation Movement and the transformative impact they had on second wave feminism. It explores how they initiated a powerful revolution in lesbian theory, culture, and practice, emphasizing the need to document and recognize these contributions that have largely been ignored in historical narratives.

Focusing on the implications of transgenderism, the book presents a feminist critique, arguing that it adversely affects the lesbian and gay community, partners of transgender individuals, and children identified as transgender. The author contends that transgenderism stems from harmful sex stereotyping, which reinforces women's subordination. Advocating for the abolition of 'gender,' the book posits that dismantling this concept would eliminate the justification for transgender practices, presenting a controversial viewpoint on a sensitive topic.

Sheila Jeffreys offers a critical examination of Western beauty standards and the underlying industries and ideologies in this updated edition. The book explores the impact of beauty practices on women's lives, challenging societal norms and highlighting the misogynistic elements inherent in beauty culture. Through her analysis, Jeffreys encourages readers to rethink their perceptions of beauty and its implications for gender equality.

In ihrem Buch „Die industrialisierte Vagina“ (Routledge 2008, Marta Press 2014) thematisiert Sheila Jeffreys die Industrialisierung der Prostitution und des Sexhandels, die einen viele Milliarden Dollar schweren globalen Markt geschaffen hat, der Millionen von Frauen betrifft und wesentlich zur Wirtschaft einzelner Länder als auch zur Weltwirtschaft beiträgt. „Die industrialisierte Vagina“ untersucht, wie sich Prostitution und andere Bereiche der Sexindustrie – einst sich im Verborgenen abspielende und gesellschaftlich verachtete Praktiken in kleinem Maßstab – zu sehr profitablen, seriösen Marktsektoren entwickelt haben, die von Regierungen legalisiert und entkriminalisiert wurden. Sheila Jeffreys demonstriert die Globalisierung der Prostitution, in dem sie nicht nur auf das Wachstum und die globale Ausbreitung der Pornografie und den Boom von Sexshops, Stripclubs und Begleitagenturen hinweist. Sie bezieht auch die Katalogbrautindustrie und die Zunahme von Sextourismus und Frauenhandel sowie Militärprostitution und sexuelle Gewalt im Krieg mit ein.

Exploring the intersection of sexuality and feminism, this book critically examines the sexual revolution of the 1960s and 1970s, questioning whether it aligned with the goals of the Women's Liberation Movement. It argues that sexual freedom often conflicted with genuine liberation for women. Through an analysis of sexual attitudes from the 1950s to the 1990s, it delves into various relationships and offers fresh perspectives on notable works like The Joy of Sex and Lolita. This updated edition provides valuable insights into the complexities of sexuality and oppression.

Focusing on the intersection of religion and women's rights, Sheila Jeffreys presents a feminist critique highlighting how the resurgence of religious ideologies threatens women's human rights. She aims to revive the discourse surrounding religion as a foundational element of patriarchy, urging readers to reconsider the implications of religious politics on gender equality.

Dieses Buch zeigt auf, wie die einst starke lesbisch-feministische Bewegung der siebziger Jahre, in der für lesbische Feministinnen Gleichberechtigung in ihren Beziehungen und in ihrer Sexualität wichtig war, von der queeren Politik der neunziger Jahre unterdrückt wurde. Es plädiert dafür, Lesben erneut als die Vorhut einer sozialen Veränderung zu sehen.