the pocket guide
to the patriarchy
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Articles tied to the book
The Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy: A book to educate yourself and your misogynistic uncle
The Independent
Body counts and the insidious normalisation of misogyny
Dazed
The orgasm gap rages on – and wider inequality is to blame
Cosmopolitan
The Biggest Gang in Britain: How Police Solidarity Facilitates Violence and Abuse
Novara Media
The patriarchy, injustice and diversity - an interview with The Independent’s Women’s Correspondent
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Endorsements
'This is a vital book. Hand this out in schools, in the workplace, everywhere. It's also beautifully written.' Olivia Colman, actor
'Maya offers both a practical guide and a refreshing perspective on the challenges, barriers, and obstacles facing women today. This is 21st-century feminism in action.' Angela Rayner, former Deputy Prime Minister
‘Maya’s book is a brilliant patriarchy 101 - packed with concise, myth-busting explanations and compelling stats. It will help anyone wanting to feel more confident to have conversations on what feminism is and why we desperately need it. I wish I had this book when I was younger and I hope it will be read by young women and men especially.’ Amnesty International UK
'Immersive and accessible' Dazed
‘This book will equip you with the facts, insights, and arguments to fight for total gender equality. Necessary reading for everyone. But most especially for men. Buy it for your next hinge date.’ Grace Campbell, comedian
‘This is a vital read. Maya’s chapter on domestic abuse is both fact-filled and compassionate, informed by the many survivors she has worked with in her role.’ Ruth Davison, ex-CEO of leading domestic abuse charity refuge
‘This accessible, informative and powerful book will give you the tools to understand what the patriarchy means today - and inspire you to fight it.’ Nadia Whittome, Labour MP
‘Oppenheim’s book will be enormously useful to those, particularly women, looking for an introduction to feminist issues and arguments’. Selma James, writer and activist
‘Well-written, concise and necessary.’ Sarah Solemani, actor