Single Girl S Manifesta

Ever wonder why you're the last single girl among all your married girlfriends? Do you have a gorgeous, talented, witty daughter, sister or best friend who just can't seem to find the perfect mate? Don't stress, you - and that fabulous woman you know - have something in common with 96 million other Americans: You're single! Let's face it: if you're single, it's because you CHOOSE to be, not because you're DOOMED to be. The Single Girl's Manifesta is glorious vindication for those who are not held captive - literally or figuratively - by the tyranny of the We. After author Jerusha Stewart found herself wondering about her own single status, she interviewed hundreds of compatriots across the country about their choice to remain single. Jerusha leaves no stone unturned as she explores the pleasures of single living. You may be the last single girl in your crowd, but you've saved the best for last! The Single Girl's Manifesta lets readers in on how to: Value being single Not be daunted by dating mishaps Manage life's milestones when you're unmarried Banish the fear of buying a home, dining out, or traipsing 'round the world solo Embrace the inner truths that lead you to finally answer the question Why am I single? This outlandish ode to singles is packed with engaging quizzes, revitalizing rituals, sizzling love letters and a killer recipe for Morning-After French Toast. It's for the woman who has it all, without having to tie the knot. So the next time you and your girlfriends are about to indulge in another poor, single me conversation, open this book instead and jumpstart the sensational solo life you deserve!

The twentieth anniversary release of a groundbreaking feminist text: a powerful indictment of the current state of feminism, and a passionate call to arms Today, people of all genders strive to uphold the goals of feminism and proudly embrace the term, but the movement itself is often beset with confusion and questions. Does personal empowerment happen at the expense of politics? Is feminism for the few—or does it speak to the many as they bump up against daily injustices? What does it mean to say "the future is female"? In 2000, Jennifer Baumgardner and Amy Richards’s Manifesta set out to chronicle the feminism of their generation. They brilliantly revealed the snags in various hubs of the movement—from antipathy to the term itself to the hyped hatred of feminism’s imperfect spokespeople—and showed that these snags had not imperiled the feminist cause. The book went on to inspire a new generation of readers and has become a classic of contemporary feminist literature. In the decades since Manifesta was published, the world has changed in ways both promising and terrifying. This twentieth anniversary edition of Manifesta features an updated bibliography, timeline, and resources, as well as a new introduction by the authors. Expertly unpacking both early women’s history and the Third Wave feminism that seeded the active righteous intersectionality we see today, Manifesta remains an urgent and necessary tool to make sense of our past, present, and future.

Covers the area of feminist media criticism. This edition discusses subjects including, alternative family structures, de-westernizing media studies, industry practices, "Sex and the City", Oprah, and "Buffy."

Single Women in Popular Culture demonstrates how single women continue to be figures of profound cultural anxiety. Examining a wide range of popular media forms, this is a timely, insightful and politically engaged book, exploring the ways in which postfeminism limits the representation of single women in popular culture.

Rebellious generations and the emergence of new feminisms.

Growing up immersed in the feminist, DIY values of punk, Riot Grrrl, and zine culture of the 1990s and early 2000s gave Eleanor Whitney, like so many other young people who gravitate towards activism and musical subcultures, a sense of power, confidence, community, and social responsibility. As she grew into adulthood she struggled to stay true to those values, and with the gaps left by her punk rock education. This insightful, deeply personal history of early-2000s subcultures lovingly explores the difficulty of applying feminist values to real-life dilemmas, and embrace an evolving political and personal consciousness. Whitney traces the sometimes painful clash between her feminist values and everyday, adult realities — and anyone who has worked to integrate their political ideals into their daily life will resonate with the histories and analysis on these pages, such as engaging in anti-domestic violence advocacy while feeling trapped in an unhealthy relationship, envisioning a unified "girl utopia" while lacking racial consciousness, or espousing body positivity while feeling ambivalent towards one's own body. Throughout the book, the words and power of Bikini Kill and other Riot Grrrl bands ground the story and analysis, bringing it back to the raw emotions and experiences that gave this movement its lasting power while offering a complex, contemporary look at the promises and pitfalls of Riot Grrrl-informed feminism.

Hi Singles! Many have sought it. Men have planned for it. Women dress for it. It is the promise of a great date! I know that dating over 40 can sometimes feel as deserted as Death Valley in summer time or like a unpredictable minefield of disastrous dates. But, you don’t have to be disheartened. I wrote my ebook to show you how to shift your attitude, appearance and approach to the opposite sex, so you always get the best results possible from your dating life. It’s easy to be confused about dating over 40. When you were 20 maybe you were busy having fun and developing your career and thought you’d be married by 30. And when you were 30, perhaps you thought 40 would be your time to settle down and find your perfect companion. But here you are, 40+, and you’re still single. Maybe you think your chances for finding fulfillment through dating are gone...but they’re not! Now that I’m over 40, I’ve learned something interesting: Dating over 40 isn’t all that different from dating under 40. Really! A lot of people who are over 40 want to get back into dating, but they are nervous. I was too, but you don’t have to be. I can help you get back in the saddle. Many people don’t really know where to meet people and find dates. I didn’t either, but now I do, even places to meet specific types of people. I can help you find the best places to meet people you’d actually like to date! Lots of folks are so disheartened and frustrated with their dating experiences that they are ready to call it quits. I know dating can be frustrating, but I can help you keep a positive attitude about dating so you can enjoy yourself instead of seeing it as a chore. Maybe your first date after reading this book won’t be perfect. Your second might not be either. But this book isn’t about finding the perfect date; it’s about making all aspects of your dating life better. I can’t promise you you’ll find Mr. or Mrs. Right by reading this book (I’m still looking!), but I can tell you that you can be more confident, more comfortable, a better conversationalist, and more adventurous if you take the advice in this book to heart. And, most importantly, you can have more fun! I hope my book helps you become a happier and more successful participant in the over 40 dating scene. Make it a great date! - Jerusha Stewart WHAT'S IN THE BOOK * The 5 Best Places to Meet Eligible Men * Easy Tips to Look 10 Years Younger and Hotter * 10 Do's and Dont's for the First Date * Secrets to Successful Online Dating (and Keeping Your Privacy) * How To Having Amazing Sex in Your 40s and 50s