The Female Eunuch

"The Female Eunuch" is a feminist book by Germaine Greer, published in 1970, that challenges traditional gender roles and the societal expectations placed on women. Greer argues that women have been socially conditioned to be passive, submissive, and dependent, like eunuchs who are castrated men, hence the title. She advocates for women to reject these limiting roles, seek personal freedom, and embrace their sexuality and individuality. The book was influential in encouraging women to question and challenge patriarchal structures, promoting gender equality and empowering women to live authentically.