Category: Book Reviews
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The Essential Feminist Reader by Estelle B. Freedman
Why Feminist History Still Matters In a world grappling with gender inequality, intersectional justice, and debates over bodily autonomy, understanding the roots of feminist thought is no longer optional—it’s essential. Estelle B. Freedman’s The Essential Feminist Reader is not just an anthology; it is a historical compass, guiding readers through centuries of ideas, resistance, and…
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When Counting Isn’t Enough: Why Numbers Alone Can’t Define What Matters
A Reflection on Deborah Stone’s Counting: How We Use Numbers to Decide What Matters The Problem with Numbers as Neutral Truth We are a culture that is numbers-obsessed. Crime rates, COVID deaths, GDP growth, school test scores—all are presented as cold facts that shape the way that we perceive the world. But are the numbers…