“Profit Over People” by Noam Chomsky criticizes neoliberalism for exacerbating economic inequality and prioritizing corporate interests. The book highlights the negative consequences of deregulation, globalization, and the influence of multinational corporations on global politics. Chomsky’s critical analysis encourages readers to rethink the prevailing economic and political ideologies that shape our world. Profit Over People (1999) …
Social Justice
“The Body Is Not an Apology” by Sonya Renee Taylor is a revolutionary exploration of self-love and societal transformation. This book challenges us to reject harmful beauty standards and embrace our bodies and identities unapologetically. Read on to discover how radical self-love can change not only your life but also the world around you. Sonya …
Barbara Ehrenreich’s bold experiment to work in the lower depths of the American economy while trying to keep her head above water has become a classic of investigative writing. This book review of Nickel and Dimed distills her findings and what they mean for us today. A savvy essayist goes “undercover” to expose the realities …
“Feminist” has become an insult, and the idea of feminism is associated with a specific mold. But the real definition is simpler than most people think. Roxane Gay is committed to equality for women, but she doesn’t always fit in with the traditional idea of feminism. She calls herself a bad feminist. In this book …
Headscarves and Hymens (2015) chronicles the many levels of abuse suffered by women in the Arab world and what brave feminist activists are doing about these injustices. These summary describe the various forms of oppression women face, from child marriage to virginity tests, and call for a sexual revolution in Islamic nations. Introduction: Open your …
Doing Good Better (2015) is a guide to making the largest positive impact possible through charitable donations. In examining many of the popular misconceptions about effective giving, this book gives you all the tools you need to truly make a difference. Genres Motivation, Inspiration, Economics, Job Hunting, Careers, Business, Volunteer Work, Philanthropy and Charity, Philosophy …
Women, Race and Class (1981) is a collection of essays that expose how racism, sexism, and classism intertwined in the struggle for women’s suffrage in the United States. With special emphasis on the historical missteps of the mainstream feminist movement, it charts a path for an anti-racist and anti-classist feminism. Introduction: Deepen your commitment to …
Playing The Whore (2014) busts the myths still surrounding the topic of sex work and explores how and why society continues to shame the chosen profession of the sexually liberated. Unfortunately, society’s attitudes and laws often endanger, rather than protect, those who work in the sex industry. Discover why that is and why it’s time …
“The 1619 Project” by Nikole Hannah-Jones reframes American history, centering it on the arrival of enslaved Africans in 1619. The book comprises essays that explore the enduring impact of slavery on various aspects of American society. It challenges traditional narratives, prompting readers to confront the uncomfortable truths of America’s past and its influence on the …
Maid (2019) is a memoir that tells a powerful story about a low-income single mother’s experience raising her daughter, working as a maid and struggling to get by in the United States today. A deeply personal account, it also has broader implications, providing insight into the social, cultural and psychological dimensions of poverty. Introduction: Learn …
