Carol J. Adams

May 3rd 7pmWhen The Sexual Politics of Meat: A Feminist-Vegetarian Critical Theory by Carol J. Adams was published more than twenty years ago, it caused an immediate stir among writers and thinkers, feminists and animal rights activists alike. Never before had the relationship between patriarchy and meat eating been drawn so clearly, the idea that there lies a strong connection between the consumption of women and animals so plainly asserted. But, as evidenced by the 21 personal stories in Defiant Daughters: 21 Women on Art, Activism, Animals, and the Sexual Politics of Meat, the impact of Adams' book on women's lives continues to this day, and it is as diverse as it is revelatory. One writer attempts to reconcile her feminist-vegan beliefs with her Muslim upbringing; a second makes the connection between animal abuse and her own self-destructive tendencies. A new mother discusses the sexual politics of breastfeeding, while another pens a letter to her young son about all she wishes for him in the future. Many others recall how the book inspired them to start careers in the music business, animal advocacy, and food. No matter whether they first read it in college or later in life, whether they are in their late teens or early forties, these writers all credit The Sexual Politics of Meat in some way with the awakening of their identities as feminists, activists, and women. Even if you haven't read the original work, you're sure to be moved and inspired by these tales of growing up and, perhaps more important, waking up to the truths around us. Including a foreword from Carol J. Adams herself, this collection of fresh, bold voices defies expectations and provides rousing support for the belief that women have the power to change the world around them for this generation and those to come. "As a new generation of feminists makes clear in these readable, relatable essays, veganism goes hand in hand with freedom from oppression and violence of all sorts. Thank you, Carol Adams, for influencing a coterie of thinkers whose heartfelt words fill me with optimism."—Nava Atlas, author of Wild About Greens and Vegan Holiday Kitchen"Finally, a manifesto for the modern world; for vegans, feminists and anyone whose ears perk up when they hear those words."—Isa Chandra Moskowitz, bestselling author of Vegan with a Vengeance and Veganomicon, and host of The Post Punk Kitchen

Location: Street: 55 Haywood St City: Asheville, Province: North Carolina Postal Code: 28801 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)