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Summary of The Second Sex – Simone de Beauvoir

Summary of The Second Sex – Simone de Beauvoir

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The Second Sex – Simone de Beauvoir

Step into one of the most influential works of modern feminism. In The Second Sex, Simone de Beauvoir investigates how history, culture, and myth have shaped women’s lives—and how society has defined them as “the Other.” Drawing on philosophy, literature, and social analysis, she argues that womanhood is not a fixed essence but a role constructed by centuries of tradition. This episode explores her groundbreaking ideas on freedom, equality, and the courage to live authentically, making a complex classic accessible and thought-provoking for today’s listeners.

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