Bad Feminist

Why I recommend it

Gay makes room for being a feminist and an imperfect person. Her essays connect everyday pleasures, pop culture, and politics without pretending she’s resolved every contradiction.

What stayed with me

We don’t have to be perfectly consistent to participate. We do need to be willing to notice our contradictions and learn.

Who it’s useful for

Readers who enjoy personal essays about feminism, race, and popular culture.

A tension or limitation

Some references are tied to the early 2010s, and not every essay will land the same way.