Steinem, Gloria

Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions

ISBN: 0030632366
New York, NY, USA: Holt Reinhart Winston, 1983. First Edition. Hardcover. Inscribed & signed by Gloria Steinem. “There have been days in the last ten or twelve years when I thought my collected works would consist entirely of fund-raising letters, scribbled outlines of speeches, statements hammered out at the birth of some new coalition, and introductions to other people’s books. I’m not regretful of the time I’ve devoted to those projects. Writing that leads to action, puts some common feeling into words, or introduces people to one another may be just as important in the long run as much of the fact and fiction published in conventional ways. If I were to name an emotional highpoint of my twenty or so years as a writer, it might be the two sleepless days I spent as an invited outside scribe for diverse caucuses at the 1977 National Women’s Conference (an event also described here in “Houston and History”). Women representing every group of “minority” Americans, from Indian nations to new Vietnamese refugees, had decided to forge a shared resolution. As words were found to describe the common experiences of women of color while preserving the special issues of each group, and as that unprecedented shared resolution passed by acclamation of two thousand delegates representing every part of the country, I felt pride in being a writer that was at least as pleasurable as the pride that comes from seeing one’s own more personal words in print.”--Gloria Steinem, “Introduction: Life Between the Lines,” pg. 1. Gloria Steinem (b. 1934) is an American journalist and social movement activist who is primarily known as being a leading figure in the second-wave feminism movement of the late 1960s & early 1970s. Offered today is the 1983 work Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions a collection of essays, that encapsulates the author's insights and experiences as a prominent feminist activist and journalist. The book features a variety of essays that range in tone from humorous to poignant, addressing topics that are both personal and politically charged. Steinem draws on her own life experiences, including her time as a Playboy bunny and reflections on notable public figures like Marilyn Monroe, to illuminate women's issues and perspectives. The essays are organized into four sections, each exploring different themes related to women's lives and societal roles, such as body image, communication styles, and the intersection of personal and political realms. Steinem's writing is characterized by its candidness, inviting readers into her thought process and observations about gender equality and women's rights. Notably, the collection emphasizes a pro-women stance while maintaining respect for men, aiming to foster understanding across genders. An exceedingly rare and incredible Steinem collectible! Signed and inscribed in thin blue ink at first blank leaf by the Author: “To Claudia – / (signed) Gloria Steinem.” Hardcover in unclipped first issue dust jacket as indicated by “0983” on inside front flap. First edition as stated at copyright page, first printing as indicated by number sequence thereon. Book in very fine condition with only minor wear to fine edges. Dust jacket very fine with slight wear to fine edges, moderate smudging/scratching to front and back covers, and very slight discoloration due to age-toning. Very Fine / Very Fine. [Item #9227]

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