First published 2014
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie recounts her personal journey as a woman in modern Nigeria, dismantling narrow definitions of feminism. She shares candid anecdotes exposing subtle sexism, from workplace microaggressions to relationship double standards. But Adichie also celebrates women's power and resilience, uplifting diverse perspectives. This is a clarion call for a more equitable future, inspiring readers to confront their own biases and join the fight for gender parity.
Genres: gender-studies, feminism, african-literature, non-fiction, 21st-century, activism
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, social-commentary
Setting: Nigeria
Period: 21st-century
52 pages · Paperback · Fourth Estate