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We Should All Be Feminists

By: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Narrated by: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The highly acclaimed, provocative essay on feminism and sexual politics—from the award-winning author of Americanah

"A call to action, for all people in the world, to undo the gender hierarchy." —Medium

In this personal, eloquently-argued essay—adapted from the much-admired TEDx talk of the same name—Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie offers readers a unique definition of feminism for the twenty-first century. Drawing extensively on her own experiences and her deep understanding of the often masked realities of sexual politics, here is one remarkable author’s exploration of what it means to be a woman now—and an of-the-moment rallying cry for why we should all be feminists.

©2017 Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (P)2017 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“Nuanced and rousing.” —Vogue

“Adichie is so smart about so many things.” —San Francisco Chronicle

"An enchanting plea by the award-winning Nigerian novelist to channel anger about gender inequality into positive change." —Kirkus

Featured Article: 50+ Outstanding Feminist Quotes to Inspire and Empower


From the suffragettes of the 18th and 19th centuries to the #MeToo activists and glass-ceiling breakers still fighting for equality today, the feminist movement has evolved around the world for hundreds of years. Feminism that is intersectional and inclusive is more important than ever, with activists amplifying the voices of women whose struggles are compounded further by their race, identity, and class. Learn about gender equality with these quotes.

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wonderful.

all should listen to this great and well rounded explanation. we should do better than before.

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Beautiful

Would you listen to We Should All Be Feminists again? Why?

I adored Adichie's TedTalk, so when I saw the book I knew I had to have it. It was used in my feminist political science course and I love it!

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everyone should read this book

Everyone should read this book. It resonated so deeply. It put such elegant words to what we experience as women. It gave me profound motivation for raising my little boy to be a proud feminist.

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a piece of perfection.

rarely to I unwaveringly love all of something. I often struggle with or find fault in a minor aspect here or there. but not this. this is perfect in every way. I wish for ever man, woman and child to read this and explore it's full meaning together.
read by the author additionally perfect.

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Loved it!

What a pleasure to listen to! I agree with everything Chimamanda had to say within this essay, and greatly enjoyed listening to her narrate it! I believe this book should be required reading in every school across the world! This was my first work by Chimamanda, but I plan on reading all the rest of her books as soon as possible!

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Yes, we should.

This book is spot on, not just for the culture in Nigeria, but everywhere. She makes a compelling argument for equality of the genders. A quick, easy listen but mind-expanding.

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Makes the case!

This was a really helpful cross-cultural perspective on what feminism is and how it should be accessible to anyone who wants to explore the topic.

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every word spoke to me

Too short but so beautiful.
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Not what i expected

This book was recommended to me by a member of a book club I’m in. I was skeptical about it thinking it would be a rant about women’s rights filled with vitriol and anger like so many women’s rights books. It was nothing like that and I am so glad I got it. I’ve never thought of myself as a Feminist but from Chimamanda’s viewpoint she the blew the stereotypical definition out of the water. In her eyes I am a feminist.

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Absolutely amazing

Highly recommend to men and women! We should all be feminist and that’s the simple truth!

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