Interviews with Betty Friedan (Conversations with Public Intellectuals Series)

Dive into the compelling narrative of "Interviews with Betty Friedan" from the Conversations with Public Intellectuals Series, published on September 27, 2002. This groundbreaking collection reveals the thoughts and philosophies of Betty Friedan, a towering figure in the fight for gender equality and one of the most influential thinkers of the twentieth century. As the author of "The Feminine Mystique," Friedan ignited a movement that challenged and reshaped America's gender ideology, advocating for social, economic, and racial justice. This book, edited by Janann Sherman, assembles three decades of interviews that Friedan initially distrusted but now serve to let her candidly voice her views. From battling misrepresentations to confronting shifts within the feminist movement itself, Friedan's consistent logic on equity, fairness, and family dynamics emerges through these dialogues. Ideal for adult education settings, this collection is a vital resource for understanding the evolution of feminist discourse and the personal tenacity of an unparalleled public intellectual. Engage with Friedan's journey and reflect on how her enduring insights into social justice continue to resonate today.