Feminism: A Very Short Introduction May 2026

Margaret Walters' Feminism: A Very Short Introduction provides a chronological overview of feminist thought, tracing its development from early religious foundations to a multifaceted, global modern movement that challenges patriarchal structures. The text explores the evolution of the movement through key phases, including 19th-century suffrage battles, second-wave liberation, and modern challenges such as the "backlash" against equality efforts. For more details, visit Oxford Academic .