Women and Power: A Manifesto | Mary Bird

British scholar, historian, and popularizer of antiquity Mary Beard, in her book “Women and Power: A Manifesto,” conducts an in-depth analysis of how women have been excluded from power for centuries and why these patterns persist. Drawing on examples from ancient history, politics, and culture, the author shows how social norms and language shaped images of women as powerless and voiceless.

The book not only explains the historical origins of discrimination, but also raises important questions of modernity: why do women still have to prove their competence in politics, business, and science? Why is power associated with masculinity? Byrd criticizes traditional ideas about leadership and suggests rethinking the very essence of power to make it more accessible to everyone, regardless of gender.

This short but powerful manifesto will be essential reading for anyone interested in issues of equality, feminism, and social change. Byrd not only debunks myths, but also calls for concrete action to create a world where women's voices are heard on an equal footing.