The Second Sex

«The Second Sex» by Simone de Beauvoir is the most important book ever written about Women in the history of literature. Combining meticulous analysis, sharp writing style, and extensive erudition, Beauvoir discusses how attitudes towards women have changed throughout history, from ancient times to the present, paying equal attention to biological, sociological, and anthropological aspects. «The Second Sex» is a history of oppression, misconceptions, and prejudices related to the perception of Women not only by men but also by the women themselves. Now, this one of the boldest and most celebrated texts of the 20th century is available to Russian-speaking readers in a complete, edited form that preserves the full richness of the original.