Daniel Horowitz Livres

Focusing on Betty Friedan's early life and career, this biography reveals that her commitment to feminism was shaped by experiences beyond her portrayal as a discontented housewife. Daniel Horowitz utilizes extensive research, including Friedan's own papers, to explore her formative years in Peoria and her activism during college and as a writer for radical labor journals. By placing Friedan in a broader cultural context, the book challenges traditional views of "second wave" feminism and uncovers connections to its historical roots.

The book explores the transformation of housing in America over twenty years, influenced by significant events like the Great Recession and the COVID-19 pandemic. It integrates various historical perspectives to reveal how these crises have reshaped American perceptions of home, highlighting the broader economic structures and inequalities at play. Through this lens, it examines the evolving purpose of housing in society and the cultural implications of these changes.