Burn It Down!: Feminist Manifestos for the Revolution

Burn It Down! is a collection of over seventy-five manifestos from around the world, showcasing the power of women when driven to the edge. It includes ACT UP's Queer Nation Manifesto, Emma Goldman's 1896 Anarchy and the Sex Question, Valerie Solanas's SCUM Manifesto, and The Combahee River Collective Statement.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 27 February 2024
Publisher: Verso Books

"Burn It Down!" is a powerful testament to the incredible potential that arises when women are pushed to their limits. Compiling over seventy-five manifestos from diverse corners of the globe, "Burn It Down!" serves as a rallying cry and a clarion call to action. Within this collection, you'll discover a range of perspectives, from the sisterhood of ACT UP's Queer Nation Manifesto to Emma Goldman's groundbreaking 1896 essay "Anarchy and the Sex Question," Valerie Solanas's controversial SCUM Manifesto, and the powerful Combahee River Collective Statement.

These manifestos offer a glimpse into the minds of visionary women who have dared to challenge the status quo and advocate for radical change. They challenge traditional gender roles, question authority, and call for a dismantling of oppressive systems. Through their words, these women ignite a fire of passion and determination, inspiring others to join their cause and work towards a more equitable and liberated world.

"Burn It Down!" is a powerful reminder that when women come together, they can achieve extraordinary things. It serves as a catalyst for reflection, debate, and action, encouraging us to examine the systems and structures that perpetuate inequality and work towards their dismantling. By embracing the spirit of rebellion and empowerment embodied in these manifestos, we can forge a path towards a future where gender equality, social justice, and human rights are not just ideals, but a reality.

Weight: 482g
Dimension: 210 x 139 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788735391