L'œuvre de Sheila Jeffreys explore les intersections complexes de la politique sexuelle, des dynamiques de genre internationales et de la pensée politique lesbienne et gay. Elle examine de manière critique les dimensions historiques et politiques de la sexualité, en disséquant des concepts tels que la révolution sexuelle et la prostitution sous un angle féministe. Avec un engagement de longue date dans l'activisme féministe et lesbienne féministe, en particulier concernant la violence sexuelle et la traite internationale, ses écrits offrent une perspective essentielle. L'érudition de Jeffreys fournit une analyse pointue des pratiques culturelles nuisibles et des normes sociales préjudiciables prévalant dans les sociétés occidentales.
Sheila Jeffreys offers a critical examination of Western beauty standards and the underlying industries and ideologies in this updated edition. The book explores the impact of beauty practices on women's lives, challenging societal norms and highlighting the misogynistic elements inherent in beauty culture. Through her analysis, Jeffreys encourages readers to rethink their perceptions of beauty and its implications for gender equality.
There are (at least) two competing views on prostitution: prostitution as a legitimate and acceptable form of employment, freely chosen by women and men's use of prostitution as a form of degrading the women and causing grave psychological damage. In 'The Idea of Prostitution' Sheila Jeffreys explores these sharply contrasting views.
In this blisteringly persuasive and piercingly intelligent book, Sheila Jeffreys argues that women live under penile imperialism, a regime in which men are assumed to have a ‘sex right’ of access to the bodies of women and girls. She reasons that the ‘sexual revolution’ that began in the 1960s unleashed an explicit male sexual liberation and that even now, under current laws and cultural mores, women do not have the right to self-determination in relation to their bodies. Sheila Jeffreys argues that the exercise of the male sex right has mainstreamed misogynist attitudes and so-called sexual freedom has meant the freedom of men to use women and children with impunity. The power dynamics of sex, rather than being eliminated, has been eroticised, supported by state regulations and structures that have further entrenched male domination. Sheila Jeffreys contends that women’s human rights are profoundly harmed and sexual violence is used more than ever to enforce social control of women. This is a sobering and brilliant analysis of the modern predicament of women that is impossible to ignore.
Focusing on the intersection of religion and women's rights, Sheila Jeffreys presents a feminist critique highlighting how the resurgence of religious ideologies threatens women's human rights. She aims to revive the discourse surrounding religion as a foundational element of patriarchy, urging readers to reconsider the implications of religious politics on gender equality.
Feminist theorist, Sheila Jeffreys, charts and condemns male supremacist and racist components in the commercially lucrative lesbian sexual scene.
Trigger Warning: My Lesbian Feminist Life is both an engaging autobiography and a fascinating account of feminist history, from the heady days of the Women's Liberation Movement through to the backlash against radical feminism as neoliberal laissez-faire attitudes took hold. Fast forward to the current re-examination of feminism in light of the #MeToo movement and an emerging new wave of radical feminism--Sheila Jeffreys' bold account makes it clear that the feminism and lesbianism she has championed for decades is needed more than ever. With honesty and frankness, she tells of victories and setbacks in her unrelenting commitment to women's freedom from men's violence, especially the violence inherent in pornography and prostitution. We also learn what her steadfastness has cost her in terms of personal and professional rewards. Trigger Warning places radical feminism within a cultural, social, and intellectual context while also taking us on a personal journey. Sheila Jeffreys has tirelessly crossed the globe to advance radical feminist theory and practice and we are invited to share in the intellectual and political crossroads she has encountered during her life. Accessible yet detailed and rigorous, this landmark volume is essential reading for everyone who has ever wondered what radical feminism really is.
Focusing on the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this book delves into the impact of feminist campaigners on social purity issues like child abuse and prostitution. Sheila Jeffreys presents a compelling analysis of how the vibrant feminism of the time was ultimately undermined by a sexual ideology that opposed women's independence. The re-released edition features a revised introduction, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of a crucial period in the history of sexuality and feminist movements.
Exploring the intersection of sexuality and feminism, this book critically examines the sexual revolution of the 1960s and 1970s, questioning whether it aligned with the goals of the Women's Liberation Movement. It argues that sexual freedom often conflicted with genuine liberation for women. Through an analysis of sexual attitudes from the 1950s to the 1990s, it delves into various relationships and offers fresh perspectives on notable works like The Joy of Sex and Lolita. This updated edition provides valuable insights into the complexities of sexuality and oppression.
The book explores the transformation of prostitution and the sex trade into a lucrative global market, highlighting the shift from clandestine practices to legitimate industries. Sheila Jeffreys investigates various facets, including the rise of pornography, adult entertainment venues, military prostitution, and sex tourism. She argues that legalized prostitution perpetuates women's subordination and critiques states that facilitate this industry as complicit in exploitation. This work is vital for those interested in feminist, gender, and globalization studies, as well as international political economy.
Focusing on the implications of transgenderism, the book presents a feminist critique, arguing that it adversely affects the lesbian and gay community, partners of transgender individuals, and children identified as transgender. The author contends that transgenderism stems from harmful sex stereotyping, which reinforces women's subordination. Advocating for the abolition of 'gender,' the book posits that dismantling this concept would eliminate the justification for transgender practices, presenting a controversial viewpoint on a sensitive topic.