The Good Body

by V (formerly Eve Ensler)

First published 2004

Eve Ensler's raw, honest exploration of women's relationships with their bodies. From Botox to bulimia, she lays bare the relentless pursuit of an elusive "good body" - and the liberating power of self-acceptance. Weaving together candid monologues, Ensler takes us on a global journey from self-loathing to enlightenment, as women from LA to Kabul challenge society's demands and find the courage to love their imperfect, beautiful selves.

Genres: feminism, non-fiction, 21st-century, activism

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: personal-journey, social-commentary

Setting: Kabul, LA

Period: 21st-century

112 pages · Hardcover · Villard Books

Content warnings: eating-disorder

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