1963day.year
The publication of Betty Friedan's The Feminine Mystique reawakens the feminist movement in the United States as women's organizations and consciousness raising groups spread.
Betty Friedan's The Feminine Mystique is published, revitalizing the U.S. feminist movement.
On February 19, 1963, Betty Friedan published 'The Feminine Mystique,' a groundbreaking work that challenged traditional roles of women in American society. Friedan coined the phrase 'the problem that has no name' to describe the widespread dissatisfaction of suburban housewives. Drawing on interviews and sociological research, she argued that societal norms confined women to domestic spheres. The book spurred the formation of women's organizations and consciousness-raising groups nationwide. 'The Feminine Mystique' became a catalyst for the second-wave feminist movement, advocating for equal opportunities in education and the workplace. Friedan's work influenced public discourse and legislative efforts toward gender equality. Its publication remains a pivotal moment in the history of women’s rights.
1963
Betty Friedan
The Feminine Mystique
feminist movement
consciousness raising