Bad Feminist

In these witty and perceptive essays, Roxane Gay leads us on a trip through her maturation as a person of color, as well as through the culture of our world in recent years and the current status of feminism. Bad Feminist contains comical yet still excellent viewpoints that examine what it means to be a contemporary feminist while still being able to enjoy activities that may seem to be in opposition to feminism - such as being a fashionista or wanting to have children.

The image that unfolds is not just of an extraordinarily perceptive lady who is always learning more about herself and her culture, but also about our own civilization. Bad Feminist is indeed a smart, hilarious, and spot-on breakdown of how the media we consume shapes who we are. It is also an invigorating rallying cry for how all of us, especially women, can always do better. It deserves a spot on our list of the best feminist books to read.

Author: Roxane Gay

Year of Release: 2014

Goodreads Score: 3.94 stars (from 101,239 reviews)