4 stars
Gloria Steinem, an icon and organizer of the feminist cause, writes about her life traveling the country and the people and situation she has come into contact. I found this book to start off slowly, detailing her early life traveling the country with her vagabond father. Feeling more like a memoir, I had trouble connecting the young Gloria Steinem with the woman she becomes and I am not sure this was the strongest beginning. However, as the book turns into more of an essay format and less memoir, it gains power. I especially thought the chapters on politics and Native Americans were inspiring and completely fascinating. I found Steinem to be honest and felt her opinions came through overwhelming experience and much thought. I recommend this book to anyone but especially to young women who may not realize the importance of issues that women like Steinem have fought for. I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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